The WORST episodes of WWE Raw
Every episode of WWE Raw ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of WWE Raw!
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.
#1 - RAW 972
Season 20 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/9/2012
Kane looks to spread the hate, Chris Jericho makes his second return appearance on Raw, Brodus Clay finally debuts, and the first two members of the 2012 class of the WWE Hall of Fame are revealed.
#2 - RAW 1310
Season 26 - Episode 27 - Aired 7/2/2018
Kevin Owens finds himself in a messy situation when he encounters Braun Strowman in the main event. Bobby Lashley shows his disdain for Roman Reigns when they team up. In an effort to salvage what remains of their friendship, Bayley and Sasha Banks attend counseling. Plus, chaos erupts after Raw Constable Baron Corbin makes a questionable demand.
#3 - RAW 1308
Season 26 - Episode 25 - Aired 6/18/2018
Following Alexa Bliss' successful cash-in at Money in the Bank, Ronda Rousey responds to her spoiled opportunity by going on a rampage. Braun Strowman sets his sights on the Universal Championship. Plus, the friendship between Sasha Banks and Bayley dissolves, and Roman Reigns and Bobby Lashley find themselves to be unlikely partners.
#4 - RAW 1305
Season 26 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/28/2018
A Gauntlet Match main event sees Bayley, Sasha Banks, Mickie James and all three members of The Riott Squad compete for a spot in the upcoming Women's Money in the Bank Ladder Match. Seth Rollins defends the Intercontinental Championship against Jinder Mahal. Plus, Raw Women's Champion Nia Jax gives Ronda Rousey a demonstration of things to come.
#5 - RAW 1304
Season 26 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/21/2018
After interjecting himself in a bout between Roman Reigns and Kevin Owens, Jinder Mahal partners with Owens against Reigns & Intercontinental Champion Seth Rollins. Raw Commissioner Stephanie McMahon oversees the contract signing between Ronda Rousey and Raw Women's Champion Nia Jax. Plus, Braun Strowman faces Finn Bálor in the main event.
#6 - RAW 1294
Season 26 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/12/2018
When Universal Champion Brock Lesnar fails to show up, Roman Reigns makes some serious claims that result in some serious repercussions. After issuing an open challenge for the Raw Tag Team Championship, Sheamus & Cesaro find themselves regretting their actions. Raw Women's Champion Alexa Bliss gets in hot water with Nia Jax. All this and more.
#7 - RAW 1293
Season 26 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/5/2018
General Manager Kurt Angle calls out Triple H. With WrestleMania on his mind, Paul Heyman addresses Roman Reigns' recent comments about his client, Universal Champion Brock Lesnar. Elias is left singing a different tune when he faces Braun Strowman in a Symphony of Destruction. Nia Jax tries to end Asuka's undefeated streak. All this and more.
#8 - RAW 1292
Season 26 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/26/2018
Ronda Rousey confronts Triple H and Raw Commissioner Stephanie McMahon. With a ticket to challenge Brock Lesnar for the Universal Championship at WrestleMania in his hands, Roman Reigns makes a statement about his opponent. Plus, Asuka, Raw Tag Team Champions Sheamus & Cesaro, Intercontinental Champion The Miz, and many more in action.
#9 - RAW 1287 - RAW 25 Years
Season 26 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/22/2018
Celebrating 25 years of action, Raw emanates from both the Barclay's Center in Brooklyn and the Manhattan Center where it all began for an unforgettable evening featuring several Superstars and Legends. While the likes of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and DX return to take part in this momentous occasion, the Superstars of today compete in the ring.
#10 - RAW 974
Season 20 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/23/2012
With less than a week until the Royal Rumble, CM Punk must deal with Interim GM John Laurinaitis’s pledge to screw Punk during his WWE Championship Match with Dolph Ziggler at the Rumble, John Cena and Kane continue to clash, and Chris Jericho finally speaks.
#11 - RAW 1318
Season 26 - Episode 35 - Aired 8/27/2018
After using his Money in the Bank contract to meet Roman Reigns at WWE Hell in a Cell for the Universal Championship, Braun Strowman teams up with The Big Dog to take on Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre in a can’t-miss main event! Also, Kevin Owens' rage gets the better of him after challenging Seth Rollins for the Intercontinental Championship.
#12 - RAW 762
Season 15 - Episode 53 - Aired 12/31/2007
With career of his friend and mentor Ric Flair on the line, Triple H finds himself in a difficult situation when he battles "The Nature Boy" for a spot in the upcoming Royal Rumble Match. WWE Champion Randy Orton gets personal with Jeff Hardy. John "Bradshaw" Layfield comes to the RAW brand for a face-to-face confrontation with Chris Jericho.
#13 - RAW 760
Season 15 - Episode 51 - Aired 12/17/2007
Shawn Michaels & Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy face Mr. Kennedy & WWE Champion Randy Orton. The career of Ric Flair is put in jeopardy once again when "The Nature Boy" battles Umaga. Plus, Triple H faces Jonathan Coachman & General Manager William Regal in a Handicap Match, Chris Jericho receives a message from a wealthy Superstar, and more.
#14 - RAW 759 - RAW 15th Anniversary
Season 15 - Episode 50 - Aired 12/10/2007
Superstars from the past and the present celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Monday Night Raw. Jeff Hardy defends the Intercontinental Championship against Carlito in a Ladder Match. Mr. Kennedy faces Marty Jannetty. WWE Champion Randy Orton and an old friend battle his former Evolution allies. Plus, a 15-Man Battle Royal and more.
#15 - RAW 757
Season 15 - Episode 48 - Aired 11/26/2007
When Ric Flair returns to WWE with a major announcement, Mr. McMahon forces "The Nature Boy" to put his career on the line in the main event against WWE Champion Randy Orton. After coming to Jeff Hardy's aid last week, Triple H finds himself teaming with the Intercontinental Champion to take on Umaga & Snitsky. Plus, Chris Jericho and more.
#16 - RAW 755
Season 15 - Episode 46 - Aired 11/12/2007
Triple H takes on Umaga in a Lumberjack Match. After The Undertaker and World Heavyweight Champion Batista bring their rivalry from SmackDown to Raw, The Deadman and The Animal face Lance Cade & Trevor Murdoch. When WWE Champion Randy Orton and Shawn Michaels go face-to-face before their match at Survivor Series. All this and more.
#17 - RAW 754
Season 15 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/5/2007
Shawn Michaels & Triple H take on Umaga and WWE Champion Randy Orton. Weeks of insulting "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's acting ability leave Santino Marella stunned by the arrival of The Rattlesnake. Rey Mysterio & Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy battle Mr. Kennedy & Finlay. All this and much more.
#18 - RAW 753
Season 15 - Episode 44 - Aired 10/29/2007
Umaga & WWE Champion Randy Orton take on Triple H in a Handicap Match. Mr. McMahon encourages Hornswoggle to make his family proud by having him go one-on-one with Jonathan Coachman. Despite coming up short due to a technicality at Cyber Sunday, Shawn Michaels looks for another chance at gold. Plus, the Finals of the 2007 Divas Search and more.
#19 - RAW 752
Season 15 - Episode 43 - Aired 10/22/2007
WWE Champion Randy Orton & Mr. Kennedy take on Shawn Michaels & Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy in a tag team main event. Before Umaga can make an example out of Hornswoggle, Triple H looks to get a piece of The Samoan Bulldozer. Plus, Beth Phoenix defends the Women's Championship, Cody Rhodes goes one-on-one with Shelton Benjamin, and more.
#20 - RAW 984
Season 20 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/2/2012
WWE caps off an earth-shattering week in Miami, Florida with a historic Raw the night after WrestleMania XXVIII. Brock Lesnar makes his shocking return to WWE to bring the pain to John Cena. Fans also witness the reemergence of Alberto Del Rio. Plus, The Rock declares his intention to bring the WWE Championship back to Team Bring It.
#21 - RAW 1000
Season 20 - Episode 30 - Aired 7/23/2012
Raw's monumental 1000th kicks off as WWE Superstars, Legends, and celebrities celebrate history while shaking up the future of WWE. The Rock is back in pursuit of the WWE Championship. Brock Lesnar and Triple H's confrontation gets personal. John Cena attempts to end CM Punk's 250 day title reign. Plus, a DX reunion and much more.
#22 - RAW 999
Season 20 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/16/2012
In the final 2-hour episode of Raw ever, last night's Money in the Bank winner John Cena reveals his intentions for cashing in the contract for a WWE Championship Match. AJ has an answer to Daniel Bryan's proposal. A high-flying Superstar returns, and huge announcements are made regarding next weeks 1000th episode!
#23 - RAW 998
Season 20 - Episode 28 - Aired 7/9/2012
As Raw's 1000th episode draws closer, tensions heat up for the richest prizes in WWE and shocking secrets are revealed. Will AJ become the fiancé of CM Punk or Daniel Bryan? Who will gain momentum headed into Money in the Bank? And after all this time, who is the Anonymous Raw General Manager? All this and more.
#24 - RAW 997
Season 20 - Episode 27 - Aired 7/2/2012
A star-studded tag team main event features John Cena, WWE Champion CM Punk, Daniel Bryan and Chris Jericho. With Punk and Bryan in the same ring, will AJ be lurking at ringside to influence the outcome? Alberto Del Rio makes a statement toward his contendership for the WWE Title, and Paul Heyman addresses Triple H's challenge to Brock Lesnar.
#25 - RAW 996
Season 20 - Episode 26 - Aired 6/25/2012
Chris Jericho returns to action to face John Cena. CM Punk, Daniel Bryan and Kane reprise their recent Triple Threat Match while their unstable love interest, AJ, contemplates a decision between the three of them. Speaking of unstable, another surprise blast from Raw's past returns to celebrate the upcoming 1000th episode.