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The Best Episodes of Raw Season 12

Every episode of Raw Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Raw Season 12!

The Best Episodes of Raw Season 12

A regularly scheduled, live, year-round program featuring some of the biggest WWE Superstars.
  1. 8.6/10(21 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. 8.2/10(19 votes)

    #2 - RAW 579

    S12:E26

    After taking exception to Triple H dubiously making Eugene an honorary member of Evolution, William Regal finds himself taking on The Game in singles action with a very special guest referee. Before Kane goes after the World Heavyweight Championship in the main event, Jim Ross conducts a one-on-one interview with the Big Red Monster.

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  3. 8.2/10(23 votes)

    #3 - RAW 586

    S12:E33

    On a night where Randy Orton defends his newly won World Heavyweight Championship in a main event rematch from SummerSlam, Evolution plans an unforgettable celebration to commemorate his history-making reign. Less than a week before her wedding to Kane, Lita lets the WWE Universe know where she stands. All this and more.

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  4. 8.0/10(21 votes)

    #4 - RAW 588

    S12:E35

    As Triple H faces Eugene in a No Disqualification Match, World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton delivers a crushing message to The Game and Evolution. When Kane gives Lita a special wedding present, the Big Red Monster's blushing bride returns the favor. Plus, Batista takes on William, Victoria & Nidia battle Gail Kim & Trish Stratus, and more.

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  5. 7.9/10(18 votes)

    #5 - RAW 594

    S12:E41

    With the WWE Universe being given the opportunity to decide who will face Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at Taboo Tuesday, The Game's three potential opponents team up for main event action when they take on Evolution in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Kane goes on a rampage after hearing some disparaging comments from Gene Snitsky.

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  6. 7.9/10(18 votes)

    #6 - RAW 598

    S12:E45

    With control of RAW to be decided between Team Orton and Team Triple H at Survivor Series, Batista looks to make a statement on behalf of The Game when he goes one-on-one with Randy Orton. Chris Jericho invites Lita and Women's Champion Trish Stratus to the Highlight Reel. Plus, Edge in action, Shelton Benjamin takes on Tyson Tomko, and more.

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  8. 7.9/10(18 votes)

    #7 - RAW 603

    S12:E50

    With the fate of the vacant World Heavyweight Championship in his hands, Eric Bischoff announces that a new champion will be crowned at New Year's Revolution when a sinister structure returns to WWE. While continuing to torment the women of WWE, Snitsky receives some hellish news from Women's Champion Lita. Plus, Randy Orton faces Edge and more.

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  9. 7.6/10(26 votes)

    #8 - RAW 557

    S12:E4

    Shawn Michaels and World Heavyweight Champion Triple H are left stunned when Sheriff "Stone Cold" Steve Austin introduces a new player to their rivalry. Mick Foley confronts Randy Orton. Plus, Chris Jericho's overplays his position, Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff punishes Jonathan Coachman, and much more action.

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  10. 7.6/10(23 votes)

    #9 - RAW 559

    S12:E6

    As World Heavyweight Champion Triple H prepares to sign the contract for his title defense at WrestleMania XX, an old friend shows up to break some hearts. With "Stone Cold" Steve Austin offering Goldberg a chance to get even with Brock Lesnar at No Way Out, SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman comes to Monday Night Raw with a word of warning.

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  11. 7.6/10(20 votes)

    #10 - RAW 560

    S12:E7

    While Shawn Michaels looks to settle some unfinished business in the main event, Sheriff Stone Cold Steve Austin and General Manager Eric Bischoff try to decide who will challenge Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania XX. Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton looks end his rivalry with Mick Foley and more.

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  12. 7.6/10(17 votes)

    #11 - RAW 596

    S12:E43

    When Eric Bischoff takes the night off, Evolution tries to seize control of Raw, but face defiance from Raw's Superstars. Randy Orton receives an offer he can’t refuse to go one-on-one with Ric Flair in the main event for a shot the World Heavyweight Championship at Survivor Series. Plus, Edge explains his actions from Taboo Tuesday and more.

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  13. 7.5/10(30 votes)

    #12 - RAW 565

    S12:E12

    The landscape of WWE is drastically altered when SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman and Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff randomly select Superstar additions to their prospective brands in the first ever WWE Draft Lottery. Mr. McMahon has Eddie Guerrero defend the WWE Championship. Plus, Evolution, Chris Jericho, and many more in action.

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  14. 7.5/10(18 votes)

    #13 - RAW 569

    S12:E16

    Shawn Michaels seizes an opportunity to put him back in the hunt for the World Heavyweight Championship. Edge picks a fight with Randy Orton that leads him into a Tag Team main event against Evolution's Ric Flair & Batista. Kane makes a statement to Lita. Plus, Victoria defends the Women's Championship against Molly Holly and more.

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  15. 7.5/10(20 votes)

    #14 - RAW 581

    S12:E28

    Eugene is given a chance to ascend to the top of WWE when Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff unexpectedly grants him an opportunity at the World Heavyweight Championship. After the sordid affair between Kane and Lita explodes on The Highlight Reel, Chris Jericho finds himself going one-on-one with the Big Red Monster. All this and more.

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  16. 7.5/10(21 votes)

    #15 - RAW 582

    S12:E29

    Following Evolution's despicable assault on Eugene, William Regal confronts Triple H and Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff. Randy Orton looks to reclaim some gold when he challenges Edge for the Intercontinental Championship. A battle between Kane and Chris Jericho proves too big for a ring to hold. Plus, the Raw Divas Search continues and more.

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  17. 7.5/10(18 votes)

    #16 - RAW 585

    S12:E32

    Following Triple H's vicious assault on William Regal, Eugene calls out The Game for a face-to-face confrontation. In an attempt to get even with Kane, Matt Hardy puts his relationship with Lita at stake by entering a dangerous contract with the Big Red Monster. Plus, Evolution competes in a Handicap Match main event and much more.

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  18. 7.5/10(23 votes)

    #17 - RAW 589

    S12:E36

    Things take an unexpected turn when Kane battles World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton in the main event. After Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff strips the recently-injured Edge of the Intercontinental Championship, Christian and Chris Jericho get an opportunity to climb for the gold at Unforgiven. Plus, Triple H faces Eugene inside a steel cage.

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  19. 7.5/10(17 votes)

    #18 - RAW 592

    S12:E39

    Randy Orton's hopes of regaining the World Heavyweight Championship from Triple H at Taboo Tuesday are put in jeopardy when he is ordered to face Batista in a No Disqualification Match. Shawn Michaels and Intercontinental Champion Chris Jericho take on Christian & Tyson Tomko. Gene Snitsky refuses to take responsibility for his actions and more.

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  20. 7.5/10(17 votes)

    #19 - RAW 597

    S12:E44

    Evolution demands that order be restored to Raw. However, resistance from General Manager Eric Bischoff leads World Heavyweight Champion Triple H to abandon his allies before they take to the ring for a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Plus, Intercontinental Champion Shelton Benjamin faces Viscera, Eugene battles Gene Snitsky in a Hardcore Match, and more

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  21. 7.5/10(19 votes)

    #20 - RAW 602

    S12:E49

    History is made when Trish Stratus defends the Women's Championship against Lita in the main event. After a controversial finish to last week's World Heavyweight Championship Match, Mr. McMahon gives some devastating news to Triple H on the Highlight Reel. Plus, Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental Championship against Christian and more.

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  22. 7.4/10(14 votes)

    #21 - RAW 566

    S12:E13

    Triple H receives a challenge from one of Raw's newest additions, Shelton Benjamin. In an effort to discover the reasons behind her controversial actions at WrestleMania, Chris Jericho confronts Trish Stratus on an all new edition of The Highlight Reel. Plus, Tajiri battles Kane, Mick Foley issues a special challenge to Randy Orton, and much more.

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  23. 7.4/10(18 votes)

    #22 - RAW 570

    S12:E17

    Triple H goes one-on-one with Tajiri. Shelton Benjamin takes exception to Randy Orton disrespecting another legend. Before Matt Hardy can battle Kane in retaliation for his recent assault, the Big Red Monster takes matters in his own hands. Plus, Evolution's Ric Flair & Batista go after the World Tag Team Championship and more.

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  24. 7.4/10(19 votes)

    #23 - RAW 591

    S12:E38

    Evolution competes in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. After weeks of competition, the 2004 Raw Divas Search comes down to two finalists. Mr. McMahon returns to deliver some taboo news to Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff. Plus, Chris Jericho defends the Intercontinental Championship against Shawn Michaels, The Hurricane battles Tajiri, and much more.

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  25. 7.3/10(25 votes)

    #24 - RAW 554

    S12:E1

    In his role as the new Sheriff of Raw, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin lays down the law by ordering Triple H to defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Shawn Michaels at the Royal Rumble in a unique match. Plus, Ric Flair & Batista defend the World Tag Team Championship against The Dudley Boyz, and Rob Van Dam in action, and more.

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  26. 7.3/10(19 votes)

    #25 - RAW 561

    S12:E8

    Mr. McMahon makes some groundbreaking announcements for WrestleMania XX including naming "Stone Cold" Steve Austin the special referee for the match between Brock Lesnar and Goldberg. But first, the Rattlesnake must prove his officiating capabilities when The Chairman takes on Eric Bischoff in the main event. Plus, Batista and more in action.

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Season 12 Ratings Summary

"RAW 595" is the best rated episode of "Raw" season 12. It scored 8.6/10 based on 21 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 10/18/2004. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "RAW 579".