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The Best Episodes of Raw Season 13

Every episode of Raw Season 13 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Raw Season 13!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Raw Season 13 Episode 1 - Raw - Jan. 03, 2005
    7.7/10(23 votes)

    #1 - Raw - Jan. 03, 2005

    S13:E1

    Before they battle for the World Heavyweight Championship inside the Elimination Chamber at New Year's Revolution, the six competitors find themselves in singles action including Triple H taking on Randy Orton in the main event. Plus, Intercontinental Champion Shelton Benjamin battles Sylvain Grenier, Victoria faces Trish Stratus, and more.

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  2. Raw Season 13 Episode 2 - Raw - Jan. 10, 2005
    7.2/10(24 votes)

    #2 - Raw - Jan. 10, 2005

    S13:E2

    Randy Orton tries to cause a rift between Batista and new World Heavyweight Champion Triple H before going one-on-one with The Animal in the main event to determine the No. 1 Contender for The Game's title. Shawn Michaels gives Edge some unexpected advice. Plus, several Superstars look to qualify for the Royal Rumble Match and more.

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  3. Raw Season 13 Episode 3 - Raw - Jan. 17, 2005
    6.9/10(18 votes)

    #3 - Raw - Jan. 17, 2005

    S13:E3

    While Triple H prepares to defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Randy Orton at the Royal Rumble, Batista's own championship aspirations cause some concern for The Game. Snitsky learns that Hell hath no fury like a Big Red Monster. Plus, Shawn Michaels faces Christian, Six-Man Tag Team action, and more.

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  4. Raw Season 13 Episode 4 - Raw - Jan. 24, 2005
    7.4/10(19 votes)

    #4 - Raw - Jan. 24, 2005

    S13:E4

    With an opportunity for Triple H's World Heavyweight Championship approaching, Randy Orton prepares for The Game by going one-on-one with Ric Flair. Batista continues to pursue his championship goals when he battles La Resistance in a Handicap Match to qualify for the 2005 Royal Rumble. Plus, Evolution crashes a celebration for Jim Ross and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Raw Season 13 Episode 5 - Raw - Jan. 31, 2005
    7.2/10(20 votes)

    #5 - Raw - Jan. 31, 2005

    S13:E5

    Batista finds himself standing at a fork in his road to WrestleMania after The Animal is enticed to go to SmackDown to chase the WWE Championship. Kane and Snitsky's rivalry takes them inside a steel cage. Shawn Michaels & Randy Orton take on Evolution's Ric Flair and World Heavyweight Champion Triple H in the main event. All this and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Raw Season 13 Episode 6 - Raw - Feb. 07, 2005
    7.8/10(23 votes)

    #6 - Raw - Feb. 07, 2005

    S13:E6

    For the first time, Raw emanates from Japan. Triple H defends his World Heavyweight Championship against Edge. Ric Flair goes one-on-one with Shawn Michaels. While deciding who he will face on The Grandest Stage of Them All, Batista takes to the ring to battle Maven. Plus, Randy Orton faces Tyson Tomko, a special fashion show, and more.

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  7. Raw Season 13 Episode 7 - Raw - Feb. 14, 2005
    7.2/10(18 votes)

    #7 - Raw - Feb. 14, 2005

    S13:E7

    While preparing to go one-on-one with Edge, Batista's attention turns to SmackDown's WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield who's impending arrival on Raw sends The Animal hunting. Candice Michelle joins the Highlight Reel. Plus, Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental Championship against Gene Snitsky, Randy Orton faces Christian, and more.

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  8. Raw Season 13 Episode 8 - Raw - Feb. 21, 2005
    8.1/10(25 votes)

    #8 - Raw - Feb. 21, 2005

    S13:E8

    As the General Managers from both Raw and SmackDown await Batista's decision on which champion he will face for the gold at WrestleMania, The Animal makes a shocking revelation. Shelton Benjamin defends his Intercontinental Championship against Snitsky. Plus, Trish Stratus defends the Women's Championship against Victoria and Molly Holly and more.

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  9. Raw Season 13 Episode 9 - Raw - Feb. 28, 2005
    7.8/10(23 votes)

    #9 - Raw - Feb. 28, 2005

    S13:E9

    Batista clears addresses why he left Evolution for a pursuit of gold at WrestleMania. In a main event Street Fight, Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Edge. Plus, Chris Jericho takes on Maven, Gene Snitsky challenges Shelton Benjamin for the Intercontinental Championship, and much more.

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  10. Raw Season 13 Episode 10 - Raw - Mar. 07, 2005
    7.9/10(19 votes)

    #10 - Raw - Mar. 07, 2005

    S13:E10

    With his upcoming battle against Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania approaching, Batista sets his sights on another former ally from Evolution when he goes one-on-one with Ric Flair. Shawn Michaels sends a message to SmackDown's Kurt Angle. Randy Orton challenges The Undertaker to a WrestleMania match.

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  11. Raw Season 13 Episode 11 - Raw - Mar. 14, 2005
    7.8/10(23 votes)

    #11 - Raw - Mar. 14, 2005

    S13:E11

    Randy Orton is the guest on a new edition of Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel. With eyes set on his upcoming World Heavyweight Championship Match against Triple H, Batista takes on Gene Snitsky. Plus, Shawn Michaels teams with an old friend to take on Sylvain Grenier & Rob Conway, Kane battles both Christian and Tyson Tomko, and much more.

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  12. Raw Season 13 Episode 12 - Raw - Mar. 21, 2005
    7.5/10(22 votes)

    #12 - Raw - Mar. 21, 2005

    S13:E12

    Batista goes one-on-one with Kane in a Lumberjack Match main event. In an incredible Tag Team Match, Chris Jericho partners with Intercontinental Champion Shelton Benjamin to take on the duo of Christian & Tyson Tomko. Plus, Randy Orton's arrogance puts him further into the grave, Shawn Michaels battles Rob Conway, and much more.

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  13. Raw Season 13 Episode 13 - Raw - Mar 28, 2005
    7.4/10(21 votes)

    #13 - Raw - Mar 28, 2005

    S13:E13

    Before they meet WrestleMania, World Champion Triple H and Batista come face-to-face. Plus, Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton, and more!

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Raw Season 13 Episode 14 - Raw - Apr 04, 2005
    6.8/10(19 votes)

    #14 - Raw - Apr 04, 2005

    S13:E14

    Following WrestleMania, World Heavyweight Champion Batista faces Randy Orton in the main event. Plus, Shawn Michaels, Triple H, and more!

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  15. Raw Season 13 Episode 15 - Raw - Apr 11, 2005
    6.9/10(19 votes)

    #15 - Raw - Apr 11, 2005

    S13:E15

    Batista gives his first interview as World Heavyweight Champion. HBK looks for help from an unexpected source. Plus, Triple H and more!

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  16. Raw Season 13 Episode 16 - Raw - Apr 18, 2005
    6.7/10(20 votes)

    #16 - Raw - Apr 18, 2005

    S13:E16

    GM Eric Bischoff gives Jim Ross an advantage when he faces Triple H in a No DQ main event. Plus, Shawn Michaels, Trish Stratus, and more!

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Raw Season 13 Episode 17 - Raw - Apr 25, 2005
    6.5/10(22 votes)

    #17 - Raw - Apr 25, 2005

    S13:E17

    Triple H stacks the odds against World Champion Batista when he faces Christian in the main event. Plus, Trish Stratus, Y2J, and many more!

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  18. Raw Season 13 Episode 18 - Raw - May. 02, 2005
    7.5/10(21 votes)

    #18 - Raw - May. 02, 2005

    S13:E18

    Batista is given the night off from action while eight Superstars including Shelton Benjamin, Edge, Chris Jericho, and more compete in the first Gold Rush Tournament to determine a new No. 1 Contender for The Animal's title. Plus, The Hurricane & Rosey defend the World Tag Team Championships against La Resistance and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Raw Season 13 Episode 19 - Raw - May. 09, 2005
    6.4/10(19 votes)

    #19 - Raw - May. 09, 2005

    S13:E19

    The Semi-Finals of the Gold Rush Tournament see Shawn Michaels take on Edge. Despite Christian's best efforts to turn the tables on Ric Flair, "The Nature Boy" shows everyone that he still has it what it takes. Rob Conway and Sylvain Grenier try to prove who is the better member of La Resistance. All this and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Raw Season 13 Episode 20 - Raw - May. 16, 2005
    6.4/10(19 votes)

    #20 - Raw - May. 16, 2005

    S13:E20

    The Final Round of the Gold Rush Tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship sees Edge face Kane. While looking for someone to blame for Triple H's absence, Ric Flair finds some comfort in an old friend. Plus, Randy Orton addresses his status in the upcoming WWE Draft and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Raw Season 13 Episode 21 - Raw - May. 23, 2005
    7.0/10(21 votes)

    #21 - Raw - May. 23, 2005

    S13:E21

    While Eric Bischoff holds a funeral service for ECW, Mr. McMahon shakes things up by putting Bischoff face-to-face with his longtime rival Paul Heyman. Edge challenges Batista for the World Heavyweight Championship. Plus, Ric Flair shows the WWE Universe the meaning of loyalty, Kane is left scarred by Lita's recent betrayal, and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Raw Season 13 Episode 22 - Raw - May 30, 2005
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    #22 - Raw - May 30, 2005

    S13:E22

    Eric Bischoff introduces a new team member in his fight against ECW.

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  23. Raw Season 13 Episode 23 - Raw - Jun 06, 2005
    7.4/10(21 votes)

    #23 - Raw - Jun 06, 2005

    S13:E23

    The Raw brand gets a boost when it welcomes its newest addition to the roster. Plus, Triple H, Batista, Edge, and many more.

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  24. Raw Season 13 Episode 24 - Raw - Jun 13, 2005
    6.8/10(18 votes)

    #24 - Raw - Jun 13, 2005

    S13:E24

    Triple H looks to protect his shot at the World Heavyweight Title from the next pick in the WWE Draft. Plus, John Cena, Batista, and more!

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Raw Season 13 Episode 25 - Raw - Jun. 20, 2005
    7.1/10(19 votes)

    #25 - Raw - Jun. 20, 2005

    S13:E25

    When things break down in a match between Kurt Angle and World Heavyweight Champion Batista, The Animal teams with Shawn Michaels to face Triple H and Raw's newest acquisition. John Cena defends the WWE Championship against Muhammad Hassan. Edge and Lita receive an uninvited guest to their wedding. All this and more.

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Season 13 Ratings Summary

"Raw - Jan. 03, 2005" is the best rated episode of "Raw" season 13. It scored 7.7/10 based on 23 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/3/2005. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Raw - Jan. 10, 2005".