The arena was set up for a capacity of 17,235 spectators, marking the latest major television taping for the promotion as it builds toward upcoming marquee events.
Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar Hell in a Cell Weigh-In Incident
Opening the broadcast, Raw General Manager Adam Pearce and Paul Levesque hosted a formal weigh-in inside a Hell in a Cell structure. According to Michael Cole’s commentary, Brock Lesnar arrived with Paul Heyman but refused to enter the cage or participate in the weigh-in, placing the key to the padlock inside his mouth and locking the door from the outside. Heyman stated that Lesnar weighed 303 pounds, while Pearce announced Oba Femi at 302 pounds. Femi responded by attacking security personnel inside the ring, executing a Fall from Grace on a staff member as Cole questioned his actions on air.
WWE Tag Team Championship Match Results
Bron Breakker and Austin Theory successfully defended the WWE Tag Team Titles against Otis and Akira Tozawa in a 9-minute match, according to event reports. Maxxine Dupri and Logan Paul accompanied the champions to ringside. The finish saw Tozawa distracted by Logan Paul on the top rope, allowing Breakker to connect with a high-acceleration spear for the pinfall. Following the bell, Breakker and Theory delivered a post-match assault on Otis and Tozawa, with Theory smashing a steel chair near Otis’s head.
Je’Von Evans Defeats Rusev in Singles Action
Je’Von Evans secured a victory over Rusev in a 10-minute contest during the first hour of the program. Rusev controlled large portions of the bout utilizing power maneuvers, including an Accolade attempt that forced Evans to reach the bottom rope. Evans mounted a comeback, escaping a subsequent submission hold and hitting an OG Cutter to pin Rusev.
Ethan Page Overcomes Rey Mysterio
Ethan Page defeated Rey Mysterio in a 12-minute singles match. Mysterio targeted Page’s legs and positioned him for a 619 attempt, but Page blocked the maneuver using the ring apron. Page capitalized by throwing Mysterio into the ringpost and executing his EgoPlex for the three-count victory.
Raquel Rodriguez Captures the Intercontinental Title
Raquel Rodriguez defeated Sol Ruca in an 11-minute match to capture the Intercontinental Championship, marking her first singles title in WWE according to Michael Cole. The match featured outside interference from Roxanne Perez, Liv Morgan, and Iyo Sky. Sky and Morgan brawled at ringside, while Perez distracted Ruca, allowing Rodriguez to hit the Tejana Bomb for the win.
Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins Confrontation
Closing the show, Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins engaged in a heated verbal and physical exchange in the ring. Rollins addressed Reigns regarding their history, referencing his cash-in at WrestleMania 31 and stating that while Reigns is a financial success, Rollins owns him in professional wrestling. Reigns responded with punches and a spear, but Rollins recovered to land a stomp on a steel chair as Reigns attempted to bring it into the ring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the WWE Tag Team Championship match on Raw?
Bron Breakker and Austin Theory defeated Otis and Akira Tozawa to retain their titles in 9 minutes.
Who captured the Intercontinental Championship?
Raquel Rodriguez defeated Sol Ruca to win her first singles title in WWE.
What was the attendance for WWE Raw at the Intuit Dome?
WrestleTix reported 14,081 tickets distributed out of an arena setup for 17,235.
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