The WWE Raw episode aired on January 27 only came down to frightful matches, unfriendly rivalries, and shocking moments. Here are some of the Key Takeaways from WWE Raw January 27:
War Raiders Retain Tag Team Titles
During a breathtaking World Tag Team Championship title match, The War Raiders defended their titles against Dominik Mysterio and JD McDonagh of The Judgment Day. The match changed dramatically when McDonagh attempted a live-or-die springboard moonsault in which he landed badly on the announce table with serious injuries that were later confirmed to be broken ribs and a punctured lung.
Despite the injury, McDonagh held on, demonstrating inspiring fortitude. The War Raiders took advantage of his misfortune to finish him off. Immediately after the match, McDonagh was taken to a hospital and is expected to miss several months of action. JD McDonagh’s injury puts The Judgment Day’s prospects in question with one of its core members absent.
Seth Rollins and Gunther Face Off
After addressing the fans regarding his loss some two weeks back against CM Punk, Seth Rollins set the Rumble on fire with his cutting words about eliminating Punk and father dearest Roman Reigns. Gunther, the current World Heavyweight Champion, interrupted his promo. Gunther retained his World Heavyweight Championship against Jey Uso in a major takeaway from Saturday Night’s Main Event.
The banter was thrown back and forth in an almost certain setup for a confrontation; it was then that Jason Paul, aka Logan Paul, made a surprise return to WWE Raw. At this divergence, he officially announced his entry into the Royal Rumble and anointed himself as the “new face of WWE.” The crowd erupted in boos, further intensifying the tension in the ring.
Logan Paul’s Controversial Return
Logan Paul’s comeback was marked by a few dramatic moments. While announcing his return, Paul tore apart a fan’s homemade sign that compared him to Conor McGregor. That gesture earned him instant condemnation from the live crowd and further cemented his status as one of the most polarizing personalities in WWE. One more unpredictable factor in an already loaded Royal Rumble will be the involvement of Paul.
Rey Mysterio Brings It to an End for Xavier Woods
Rey Mysterio battled Xavier Woods in a single match full of intensity. Things took an emotional turn when Woods’ family, seated at ringside, got involved in a slight altercation. This distraction let Mysterio pick up the W by executing his signature 619.
Mysterio won, but Woods was still angry afterwards, which might hint that there would be feelings between these competitors. This rivalry may heat up in the coming weeks. It might be prominent in the middle of WrestleMania season.
Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn
Drew McIntyre kept the heat with a good victory over Sami Zayn. With the match showing McIntyre’s strength and resolve, Zayn struggled to reach his feet.
Zayn’s recent struggles in the ring have stirred doubts in the fans about which direction he would be taking. Once being a firm contender, right now, Zayn’s current state in WWE seems anything but sure as he heads into Royal Rumble.
CM Punk Puts a Face to Confront Cody Rhodes
One of the bullet moments of the night was the heated and fiery exchange between CM Punk and Cody Rhodes. With tensions mounting, Punk reminds Rhodes of his promise to be in the main event at WrestleMania.
With this verbal exchange, the crowd was set ablaze at the very sight of the possibility of seeing the two face each other at WrestleMania. This rivalry, featuring two of WWE’s top stars, has become one of the prime stories on Monday Night Raw.
Sami Zayn’s Loyalty Questioned in Key Takeaways from WWE Raw January 27
To complicate matters for Sami Zayn, his latest antics have placed his alliances in jeopardy. In recent weeks, Zayn has found himself accidentally being the cause of attack on Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes during some significant moments.
With the Royal Rumble literally days away, fans are now left wondering: Where does Zayn’s heart lie? Will he join an already-established faction, or could he really be going off on his own?
The Road to WrestleMania Heats Up
This week’s episode of Raw did more than entertain; it built a groundswell of energy toward Royal Rumble and WrestleMania. The storylines involving Seth Rollins, Gunther, and Logan Paul intensified, while the injury to JD McDonagh left a huge question mark hanging over Judgment Day.
Must-watch TV became the CM Punk-Cody Rhodes feud as Drew McIntyre asserted his power. Meanwhile, Sami Zayn’s questionable pathway provides an intriguing subplot to the WWE story into one of the biggest nights of the year.
