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The Best Episodes of Raw

Every episode of Raw ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Raw!

The Best Episodes of Raw

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  1. Background image for RAW is WAR 291
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - RAW is WAR 291

    S6:E51

    As Triple H & X-Pac are set to take on Test & The Rock in the main event, the New Age Outlaws are put in singles competition against the Big Boss Man & Ken Shamrock. Plus, Shane McMahon is in a giving mood, but he may go too far when he challenges Mankind to a match. Mark Henry, The Brood, Al Snow, and more are in action.

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  2. Background image for RAW 437
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - RAW 437

    S9:E41

    "Stone Cold" Steve Austin returns to reclaim the WWE Championship from Kurt Angle. Dissension brews within WWE when Chris Jericho teams with WCW Champion The Rock to take on Shane McMahon & Hardcore Champion Rob Van Dam. Plus, Rhyno defends his WCW United States Championship against Edge and more.

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  3. Background image for RAW is WAR 293
    9.4/10(106 votes)

    #3 - RAW is WAR 293

    S7:E1

    Mankind cements his legacy in WWE history as he battles The Rock for the WWE Championship. Commissioner Shawn Michaels turns the tables on Mr. McMahon and The Corporation with the help of some old friends, but soon learns what goes around comes around. Plus, Ken Shamrock faces Steve Blackman and Chyna has a special friend for Mark Henry.

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    9.4/10(113 votes)

    #4 - RAW 651

    S13:E46

    In the wake of the sudden and tragic passing of Eddie Guerrero, Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown come together to mourn the loss of Latino Heat and pay tribute to his legacy. From Rey Mysterio going one-on-one with Shawn Michaels to WWE Champion John Cena taking on Randy Orton, the Superstars of WWE pay homage to their fallen brother.

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  5. Background image for Raw Roulette
    9.3/10(84 votes)

    #5 - Raw Roulette

    S19:E26

    Match #1: Kane vs CM Punk Match #2: Sin Cara vs Evan Bourne Match #3: Kofi Kingston vs Dolph Ziggler Match #4: Cage: Big Show vs Alberto Del Rio Match #5: Submission: Kelly Kelly vs Nikki Bella Match #6: Tornado Tag Match: Rey Mysterio & Alex Riley vs Jack Swagger & The Miz Match #7: Tables: John Cena vs R-Truth

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  6. Background image for Episode #729
    9.1/10(54 votes)

    #6 - Episode #729

    S15:E17

    Shawn Michaels and WWE Champion John Cena relive their unforgettable battle for the WWE Title at WrestleMania 23 when they step into the ring once again to go head-to-head. With recent humiliations weighing on his mind, Shane McMahon decides to make an example out of a fan. Plus, Melina defends the Women's Championship against Maria and more.

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    9.1/10(53 votes)

    #7 - All Star Raw

    S19:E24

    Match #1: Kane vs Alberto Del Rio Match #2: Daniel Bryan, Sin Cara & Ezekiel Jackson vs Cody Rhodes, Ted DiBiase & Ezekiel Jackson Match #3: Santino Marella vs Sheamus Match #4: Rey Mysterio vs Christian Match #5: Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne vs Jack Swagger & Dolph Ziggler Match #6: Rowdy Roddy Piper vs The Miz Match #7: Kelly Kelly, Beth Phoenix, AJ, Kaitlyn Natalya, Eve & Gail Kim vs The Bella Twins, Melina, Rosa Mendes, Tamina, Maryse & Alicia Fox Match #8: John Cena vs CM Punk.

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  9. Background image for July 25, 2016 (Pittsburgh, PA)
    9.1/10(64 votes)

    #8 - July 25, 2016 (Pittsburgh, PA)

    S24:E30

    After two grueling Fatal 4-Way Matches set the stage for an intense Raw main event clash between Finn Bálor and Roman Reigns, it was the athletic Irishman who put away The Big Dog, earning the right to face Seth Rollins for the newly created WWE Universal Champion at SummerSlam. Find out how Reigns congratulated Bálor after the bout, four weeks before The Biggest Event of the Summer.

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  10. Background image for RAW is WAR 435
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - RAW is WAR 435

    S9:E39

    With "Stone Cold" Steve Austin losing the WWE Championship to Kurt Angle, The Alliance looks to regroup. Booker T is charged with recapturing the WWE Championship from the Olympic Gold Medalist while Rob Van Dam challenges The Rock for the WCW Championship. Plus Bradshaw & The Brothers of Destruction face The Dudley Boyz & Test and more.

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  11. Background image for March 25, 2024
    9.0/10(144 votes)

    #10 - March 25, 2024

    S32:E13

    The Rock leaves Cody Rhodes bloody in parking lot attack.

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  12. Background image for April 14, 2014 (Birmingham, AL)
    8.8/10(46 votes)

    #11 - April 14, 2014 (Birmingham, AL)

    S22:E15

    Tonight's episode of Raw is being broadcast live from the BJCC in Birmingham, AL. The scheduled matches for tonight’s card are: WWE Intercontinental Title #1 Contendership Tournament Quarter Final Match - Alberto Del Rio vs. Rob Van Dam Tag Team Match - Cody Rhodes & Goldust vs. RybAxel (Curtis Axel & Ryback) Non Title Match - Alicia Fox vs. Paige Non Title Tag Team Match - Batista & Randy Orton vs. The Usos (Jey Uso & Jimmy Uso) WWE Intercontinental Title #1 Contendership Tournament Quarter Final Match - Cesaro (w/Paul Heyman) vs. Mark Henry Singles Match - Alexander Rusev (w/Lana) vs. Xavier Woods (w/R-Truth) WWE Intercontinental Title #1 Contendership Tournament Quarter Final Match - Jack Swagger (w/Zeb Colter) vs. Sheamus Mixed Tag Team Match - Fandango & Layla vs. Emma & Santino Marella WWE Intercontinental Title #1 Contendership Tournament Quarter Final Match - Bad News Barrett vs. Dolph Ziggler

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  13. Background image for RAW #461 - Draft 2002
    8.7/10(48 votes)

    #12 - RAW #461 - Draft 2002

    S10:E12

    History is made as the first ever WWE Draft pits SmackDown General Manager Mr.McMahon against RAW General Manager Ric Flair in a battle over the superstars that will belong to their brands. From The Rock and Hulk Hogan to the Undertaker and Rob Van Dam, the destination of WWE's top superstars will be decided in the birth of the WWE Brand Extension.

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    8.7/10(30 votes)

    #13 - RAW 526

    S11:E25

    Kane puts his mask on the line against Triple H for The Game's World Heavyweight Championship. In blast from the past, Shawn Michaels & Kevin Nash team up to take on Evolution's Ric Flair & Randy Orton. Plus, Rodney Mack's "White Boy Challenge" is answered by Goldberg, Mick Foley is honored by his peers as a true Hardcore Legend, and much more.

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    8.7/10(82 votes)

    #14 - December 2, 2024

    S32:E49

    Fallout from Survivor Series continues. The Women's IC Tournament begins, and CM Punk kicks off RAW.

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  16. Background image for RAW 595
    8.6/10(21 votes)

    #15 - RAW 595

    S12:E42

    While awaiting the WWE Universe's decision on who will face Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at Taboo Tuesday, the three potential challengers meet in a Triple Threat Match. Eric Bischoff orders Eugene to face Gene Snitsky. Plus, Randy Orton & Intercontinental Champion Chris Jericho take on Evolution's Batista & Ric Flair, and more.

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  17. Background image for 1000th Episode
    8.6/10(68 votes)

    #16 - 1000th Episode

    S20:E30

    Rey Mysterio, Sin Cara & Sheamus vs Chris Jericho, Dolph Ziggler & Alberto Del Rio Brodus Clay vs Jack Swagger Intercontinental Championship - Christian vs The Miz Heath Slater vs Lita WWE Championship - CM Punk vs John Cena Plus many special guests from the past.

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  18. Background image for March 30, 2015 (San Jose, CA)
    8.6/10(50 votes)

    #17 - March 30, 2015 (San Jose, CA)

    S23:E13

    Tonight's episode of Raw is being broadcast live from the SAP Center in San Jose, CA. The scheduled matches for tonight’s card are: Intercontinental Title Match - Daniel Bryan (c) vs. Dolph Ziggler Eight Man Tag Team Match - The Ascension (Konnor & Viktor), Cesaro & Tyson Kidd (w/Natalya) vs. The New Day (Big E & Kofi Kingston) & The Lucha Dragons (Kalisto & Sin Cara) (w/Xavier Woods) Singles Match - Damien Mizdow vs. Stardust Singles Match - Curtis Axel vs. Neville WWE United States Title Match - John Cena (c) vs. Dean Ambrose Six Man Tag Team Match - AJ Lee, Naomi & Paige vs. Natalya & The Bella Twins (Brie Bella & Nikki Bella) Singles Match - Goldust vs. Rusev Six Man Tag Team Match - Randy Orton, Roman Reigns & Ryback vs. The Authority (Kane, Seth Rollins & The Big Show)

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  19. Background image for June 17, 2024
    8.6/10(108 votes)

    #18 - June 17, 2024

    S32:E25

    Uncle Howdy terrorizes WWE in shocking return.

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    8.6/10(89 votes)

    #19 - August 5, 2024

    S32:E32

    Wyatt Sicks debut. Awesome Truth vs A-Town Down. We hear from Gunther.

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  21. Background image for April 21, 2025
    8.6/10(148 votes)

    #20 - April 21, 2025

    S33:E16

    Raw kicks off a new explosive era after WrestleMania 41. Betrayals, unexpected returns, and surprising alliances redefine the rules of the game in an intense and unpredictable episode.

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  22. Background image for RAW #475
    8.5/10(36 votes)

    #21 - RAW #475

    S10:E26

    As Paul Heyman continues to unleash Brock Lesnar on the WWE, Ric Flair looks to stop The Next Big Thing's path of destruction. Dissent is brewing within the New World Order but Shawn Michaels reveals he has a solution. In an epic main event, Jeff Hardy challenges Undertaker for the Undisputed WWE Championship in a Ladder Match. Plus, Rob Van Dam and more.

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  23. Background image for September 13, 2010 (Cincinnati, OH)
    8.5/10(26 votes)

    #22 - September 13, 2010 (Cincinnati, OH)

    S18:E37

    With just six days until Night of Champions, several competitors in that night’s Six Pack Elimination Challenge pushed their luck with Raw’s Roulette Wheel. Some hit the jackpot in their matches, while others saw their fortunes dwindle at the tables.

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  24. Background image for September 8, 2014 (Baltimore, MD)
    8.5/10(35 votes)

    #23 - September 8, 2014 (Baltimore, MD)

    S22:E36

    Tonight's episode of Raw is being broadcast live from the Baltimore Arena in Baltimore, MD. The scheduled matches for tonight’s card are: Steel Cage Match - Bray Wyatt (w/Erick Rowan & Luke Harper) vs. Chris Jericho Tag Team Match - AJ Lee & Paige vs. Natalya & Rosa Mendes Non Title Match - Seth Rollins vs. Sheamus Tag Team Match - Adrian Neville & Sami Zayn vs. Tyler Breeze & Tyson Kidd Tag Team Match - Goldust & Stardust vs. Los Matadores (Diego & Fernando) Singles Match - Adam Rose vs. Titus O'Neil (w/Heath Slater) Singles Match - Randy Orton vs. Roman Reigns

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  25. Background image for Episode #827
    8.4/10(28 votes)

    #24 - Episode #827

    S17:E10

    Triple H brings his rivalry with Randy Orton closer to home; The Undertaker confronts HBK.

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  26. Background image for April 26, 2010 (Richmond, VA)
    8.4/10(32 votes)

    #25 - April 26, 2010 (Richmond, VA)

    S18:E17

    While the outcome of Extreme Rules rattled the WWE Universe just 24 hours prior, the following night’s 2010 WWE Draft on a special three-hour Monday Night Raw shook many of the Superstars themselves to their very core. The quake resulted when both the Raw and SmackDown rosters competed in inter-promotional matches to determine which brand would earn a Draft pick.

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Best Episodes Summary

"RAW is WAR 291" is the best rated episode of "Raw". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/21/1998. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "RAW 437".