The BEST episodes of WWE Raw season 21

Every episode of WWE Raw season 21, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE Raw season 21!

For more than 25 years and well over 1000 episodes, Raw has been WWE's flagship show. Its memorable moments have thrilled the WWE Universe and earned it the distinct honor of being the longest-running episodic television show in history.

Last Updated: 7/31/2023Network: USA NetworkStatus: Continuing
RAW 1041
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10.00
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#1 - RAW 1041

Season 21 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/6/2013

Triple H reacts to Brock Lesnar's shocking invasion of WWE headquarters. The 'Human Wrecking Ball' Ryback names the stipulation for his Extreme Rules showdown with hobbled WWE Champion John Cena. Mark Henry lays down a challenge for Sheamus.

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RAW 1030
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10.00
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#2 - RAW 1030

Season 21 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/18/2013

The Rock celebrates his WWE Championship victory at Elimination Chamber with a major surprise for the WWE Universe. But amidst the celebration, John Cena and CM Punk are embroiled in conflict over the right to challenge The Great One at WrestleMania. Plus, The Shield is ready for another Six-Man Tag Team Match and more.

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RAW 1043
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10.00
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#3 - RAW 1043

Season 21 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/20/2013

In the aftermath of Extreme Rules brutality, Ryback emerges to lay down another sadistic challenge for WWE Champion John Cena. The Shield is in action for the first time with all three members showing off their newly-won championships. And after watching his client, Brock Lesnar, defeat Triple H, Paul Heyman unveils the next 'Paul Heyman guy'.

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RAW 1029
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6.00
2 votes

#4 - RAW 1029

Season 21 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/11/2013

A mere six days from the brutal Elimination Chamber, the final entrants into the #1 Contender Match inside the chamber are chosen. The Rock and CM Punk have some strong words before their epic rematch for the WWE Championship. And the confrontation heats up between John Cena, Sheamus and Ryback and The Shield.

RAW 1042
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6.00
2 votes

#5 - RAW 1042

Season 21 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/13/2013

John Cena and Team Hell No get another chance to hand The Shield their first defeat, but with Extreme Rules a week away, a beast is lurking in the shadows waiting to unleash a fury on the Champ. Triple H calls out Brock Lesnar for a Steel Cage preview. And Chris Jericho cuts a rug in an attempt to upstage rival Fandango.

RAW 1075
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4.50
2 votes

#6 - RAW 1075

Season 21 - Episode 52 - Aired 12/30/2013

CM Punk issues a special challenge to The Shield, but which member will take him up on his offer? Curtis Axel takes on Dolph Ziggler. Will Daniel Bryan be able to overcome the insurmountable odds that The Authority put in front of him? Triple H makes a huge announcement. Fandango takes on Big E Langston and more.

RAW 1069 - RAW Country
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3.50
2 votes

#7 - RAW 1069 - RAW Country

Season 21 - Episode 46 - Aired 11/18/2013

WWE presents Raw Country, featuring a very special musical performance by Florida Georgia Line. A huge 12-Man Tag Team main event pits CM Punk, Daniel Bryan, The Usos, and Goldust & Cody Rhodes taking on The Wyatt Family and The Shield. Curtis Axel defends the Intercontinental Championship against Big E Langston and more.

RAW 1055
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2.00
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#8 - RAW 1055

Season 21 - Episode 32 - Aired 8/12/2013

With SummerSlam just days away, tensions rise in the seemingly friendly rivalry between John Cena and Daniel Bryan. WWE COO Triple H makes a shocking announcement. And CM Punk springs a surprise for 'The Beast', Brock Lesnar.

RAW 1056
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2.00
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#9 - RAW 1056

Season 21 - Episode 33 - Aired 8/19/2013

With shockwaves from SummerSlam reverberating throughout the WWE, how will Daniel Bryan and other Superstars react to the treacherous deed performed by WWE COO Triple H? New WWE Champion Randy Orton receives his coronation. And CM Punk still has plenty of fight left despite his narrow loss to Brock Lesnar.

RAW 1057
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2.00
1 votes

#10 - RAW 1057

Season 21 - Episode 34 - Aired 8/26/2013

The ongoing battle between Daniel Bryan and WWE COO Triple H continues when 'The Game' unleashes The Shield to do his dirty work. WWE Champion Randy Orton renews an old rivalry with Christian. Plus, the WWE Universe plays a pivotal role in CM Punk's attempt to get his hands on Paul Heyman.

RAW 1058
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2.00
1 votes

#11 - RAW 1058

Season 21 - Episode 35 - Aired 9/2/2013

Daniel Bryan continues to fight the iron fist that is the leadership of WWE COO Triple H. What further degradation will 'The Game' contrive for Bryan and Big Show? Cody Rhodes finds his career in jeopardy when he too crosses the boss. Plus, CM Punk responds to Paul Heyman's disturbing attack.

RAW 1059
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2.00
1 votes

#12 - RAW 1059

Season 21 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/9/2013

As Night of Champions approaches, it's a night of homecomings in Toronto. Hometown hero Edge shows up to lend support to Daniel Bryan. A member of the Rhodes family attempts to win back Cody's job by defeating WWE Champion Randy Orton. Plus, will Paul Heyman weasel out of his confrontation with CM Punk at Sunday's pay-per-view event?

RAW 1061
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2.00
1 votes

#13 - RAW 1061

Season 21 - Episode 38 - Aired 9/23/2013

WWE COO Triple H and Stephanie McMahon hold a Town Hall Meeting with the Superstars who came to Daniel Bryan's aid and schedule an enormous 11-on-3 Handicap Match. CM Punk is welcomed with open arms for the first time since his controversial defeat at Night of Champions. The WWE Universe chooses Randy Orton's opponent via the WWE APP and much more.

RAW 1062
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2.00
1 votes

#14 - RAW 1062

Season 21 - Episode 39 - Aired 9/30/2013

After a special invitation from Stephanie McMahon, Dusty Rhodes meets WWE COO Triple H and Stephanie McMahon in the ring to listen to their very personal proposal. CM Punk addresses his concerns with Paul Heyman and Ryback, Daniel Bryan meets Randy Orton face-to-face, Big Show's problems with The Authority continue, and Los Matadores debut.

RAW 1063
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2.00
1 votes

#15 - RAW 1063

Season 21 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/7/2013

What is the aftermath of Battleground? Big Show faces the music from one of the principal owners of WWE, Stephanie McMahon, for his involvement in the previous night's main event. Ryback calls out CM Punk. Plus, The Rhodes family is back and a shocking announcement is made regarding the World Heavyweight Championship.

RAW 1064
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2.00
1 votes

#16 - RAW 1064

Season 21 - Episode 41 - Aired 10/14/2013

After being voted for by the WWE Universe as the special guest referee for the WWE Championship Match at Hell in a Cell, Shawn Michaels returns to Raw to address Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton. Cody Rhodes & Goldust compete against Seth Rollins & Roman Reigns in a No Disqualification match for the WWE Tag Team Championship and much more.

RAW 1065
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2.00
1 votes

#17 - RAW 1065

Season 21 - Episode 42 - Aired 10/21/2013

With nothing left to lose, Big Show continues his onslaught against The Authority. Guest referee Shawn Michaels looks on as Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton make their Hell in a Cell match official for Hell in a Cell. Plus CM Punk gets an unlikely aid in his vendetta against Paul Heyman and more.

RAW 1066
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2.00
1 votes

#18 - RAW 1066

Season 21 - Episode 43 - Aired 10/28/2013

WWE coronates its new WWE Champion Randy Orton and new World Heavyweight Champion John Cena, but what surprises are in store for the new champs? Shawn Michaels addresses Daniel Bryan and his shocking actions at 'Hell in a Cell'. And after finally getting his hands on Paul Heyman, CM Punk looks to decimate Heyman's montrous protege, Ryback.

RAW 1067
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2.00
1 votes

#19 - RAW 1067

Season 21 - Episode 44 - Aired 11/4/2013

Big Show returns to WWE, but suffers The Authority's wrath. After being pummeled by the Wyatt Family last week, CM Punk seeks out a fair fight when he takes on Luke Harper. WWE Champion Randy Orton faces Big E Langston. And Tyson Kidd returns from injury to team with his new wife, Natalya.

RAW 1068
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2.00
1 votes

#20 - RAW 1068

Season 21 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/11/2013

With Triple H and Stephanie McMahon on vacation, will Kane take control as the newly appointed Director of Operations, or will Raw turn to anarchy? WWE Champion Randy Orton must face a member of the WWE Tag Team Champions The Rhodes Brothers. John Cena faces Zeb Colter's Real Americans. And CM Punk teams with Daniel Bryan to take on The Shield.

RAW 1070
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2.00
1 votes

#21 - RAW 1070

Season 21 - Episode 47 - Aired 11/25/2013

With Raw Guest Host Michael Strahan, World Heavyweight Champion John Cena and WWE Champion Randy Orton wage a war of words one night after Survivor Series. Cody Rhodes, Goldust & Rey Mysterio team up to face The Shield. Mark Henry & Big E Langston take on Curtis Axel and Ryback. CM Punk & Daniel Bryan battle The Wyatt Family and much more.

RAW 1071
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2.00
1 votes

#22 - RAW 1071

Season 21 - Episode 48 - Aired 12/2/2013

CM Punk confronts The Authority. Dolph Ziggler goes-one-on one with Damien Sandow. Daniel Bryan takes on Erick Rowan of The Wyatt Family. The Shield faces off against Big Show and The Rhodes Brothers in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. World Heavyweight Champion John Cena and WWE Champion Randy Orton sign the contract for their title unification match.

RAW 1072 - Slammy Awards 2013
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2.00
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#23 - RAW 1072 - Slammy Awards 2013

Season 21 - Episode 49 - Aired 12/9/2013

Superstars & Divas celebrate those who thrilled, shocked, and amazed in 2013 with the annual WWE Slammy Awards. Legendary Superstars Bret Hart, the New Age Outlaws, Shawn Michaels, and more return to WWE to celebrate this historic evening.

RAW 1073
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2.00
1 votes

#24 - RAW 1073

Season 21 - Episode 50 - Aired 12/16/2013

WWE World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton addresses the WWE Universe and John Cena. The fans decide the opponents for Cody Rhodes & Goldust. Mark Henry & Big E Langston face The Real Americans in tag team action. CM Punk addresses the WWE Universe. What message will a certain WWE Hall of Famer have for Punk?

RAW 1074
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2.00
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#25 - RAW 1074

Season 21 - Episode 51 - Aired 12/23/2013

A very special Raw Christmas episode sees the constant struggle between good and evil when Good Santa, Mark Henry, tries to thwart the actions of Bad Santa, Damien Sandow. The Wyatt Family takes on The Rhodes Brothers and Daniel Bryan in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. The Shield face John Cena, CM Punk, and Big E Langston in the main event.