Live Discussion: RAW 1/7/07

[A.J.]

Will Flair's career face the Raw Roulette wheel?​

Ric Flair's year of living dangerously drew to a close last Monday night in Greensboro, N.C., where the Nature Boy dodged forced retirement for yet a third time. It was smack dab in the middle of "Flair Country" that the legend prevailed in an emotional Win-or-Retire match against his friend and protege, Triple H.

The improbable winning streak has left Randy Orton, Umaga and now Triple H in its wake as Flair struggles to keep from going under. But how much longer can “Naitch” really hope to keep his head above water? Or will the Nature Boy’s next match be his final goodbye as Raw comes to Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn.?

With Raw broadcasting live from the Connecticut gaming resort, "Raw Roulette" makes its return. For the first time in five years, Superstars will spin a wheel loaded with match stipulations, and will be forced to compete in the style the wheel selects.

The last Raw Roulette evening brought forth a Steel Cage Match, a Tables, Ladders and Chairs Match, a Bra and Panties Match and a Street Fight. Who knows what the spin of the wheel will bring forth for an unpredictable Monday night?

The close of the year also brought unexpected spoils for Mr. Kennedy. The loudmouth from Green Bay, Wisc.,
promised a victory over Shawn Michaels before the end of 2007, and he made good on that promise, avoiding HBK’s fancy footwork and wrapping up the Showstopper for the three-count. Was Mr. Kennedy right for claiming that Michaels' days on top are numbered? Or will the maestro be able to strike up the band once more?

In other action, JBL made his ostentatious debut Monday night, complete with stretch limo, balloons and streamers and plenty of the Texas tycoon’s self-important bravado. Unfortunately for JBL, Chris Jericho was there to rope him in, interrupting his appearance as the two exchanged blows outside the ring. JBL no doubt hopes to hurt Y2J, but just how does the ornery cuss plan to go about it? And what will Jericho do in return?

For answers to these questions and more, tune in to Monday Night Raw at 9/8 CT on USA Network

 

[Lil Wes]

The Flair deal is getting boring to me and the sad thing is I havent watched RAW in 3 weeks...

 

[Y 2 Jake]

The Flair angle doesn't work if he doesn't win any matches by pinfall or submission. Not that I care, the angle is stupid. Flair will never retire.

 

[Lil Wes]

Nope.

I just hope they don't with him having to win the Rumble or be forced to retire. Cuz I think we all know the outcome of that. And knowing the outcome of the Rumble before hand takes away the fun of it.

 

[AnthonyMango/NoFate007]

Nope.

I just hope they don't with him having to win the Rumble or be forced to retire. Cuz I think we all know the outcome of that. And knowing the outcome of the Rumble before hand takes away the fun of it.

If I remember correctly, they said his loss will only count if its a singles match, so the Royal Rumble doesn't apply.



Five years ago, I wasn't watching wrestling anymore, so I don't know what goes on with this roulette. How easily do they manipulate the wheel to get what they want? Obviously they don't want the product to turn into say, Hacksaw vs Festus in a bra & panties match, lol.

 

[Lil Wes]

If I remember correctly, they said his loss will only count if its a singles match, so the Royal Rumble doesn't apply.

Vince loves when wrestlers overcome all odds. So I could see him trying to screw Flair by saying he must win the Rumble or be fired/retired. IDK, I haven't been watching or following the story but it instantly popped into my head before he faced HHH.

 

[Serious Mozzarella]

If I remember correctly, they said his loss will only count if its a singles match, so the Royal Rumble doesn't apply.



Five years ago, I wasn't watching wrestling anymore, so I don't know what goes on with this roulette. How easily do they manipulate the wheel to get what they want? Obviously they don't want the product to turn into say, Hacksaw vs Festus in a bra & panties match, lol.

They don't manipulate the wheel. They plan out all possibilities, whether it be a TLC match or a ladder match or whatever, but it's always a very general coupling, so no storyline narrative on RAW this week, unless the match couplings are pre-planned.

 

[AnthonyMango/NoFate007]

They don't manipulate the wheel. They plan out all possibilities, whether it be a TLC match or a ladder match or whatever, but it's always a very general coupling, so no storyline narrative on RAW this week, unless the match couplings are pre-planned.

Well I could see them doing like, "HBK vs Kennedy", then spin the wheel and see what type of match they get (eg. Steel cage, no DQ, etc). Planning out the opponents, but not planning out the stipulations.

 

[GanGstaa]

Dave Meltzer is reporting that Brian Gewritz spoke with John Cena on Thursday of this past week about appearing on Raw tonight.

As of last word, he was scheduled to be doing a promo on the show tonight.

Thoughts?

 

[chickenfinger47]

Cena, Cena, Cena, Cena!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

 

[a7xoff]

Hey everyone after a couple weeks away I'm back for the live discussion, and Raw roulette... Mabey a Lashley comeback, but I'm thinkin Rumble for that... Idk what to look for. I'm sure we'll have a dumb Diva gimmick match, but really I couldn't guess what else...

 

[Lil Wes]

I'll be back tonight as well.


For the Lashley comeback of course and a channel change and short leave during a certain period of time.

Which you will see.

EDIT: Never mind. The spoiler has been leaked.


Don't post spoilers without the TAGS!

 

[tnawwe2007]

Time to spin da wheel

 

[Eternal Dragon]

Raw Roulette!!! YAY!

Flames Out
Dragon

 

[justinsayne]

So regal vs. Trips, first blood huh

 

[tnawwe2007]

regal with the power of the punch with the brass knucks for the win.

 

[Eternal Dragon]

First Blood. Only five minutes in, and we've got mention of gore already. Gotta love Raw.

Flames Out
Dragon

 

[Lil Wes]

Hbk!

Fuck Yes!

 

[justinsayne]

Alright starting it off with Kennedy/HBK in a....Strange bedfellows match

 

[Eternal Dragon]

Ooooh Kennedy and HBK tagging. This should be interesting.

Flames Out
Dragon

 

[Lil Wes]

HBK/Kennedy as a tag team.

It's like a dream come true.

 

[Lil Wes]

The LD's are dead these days.

WTF?

 

[Eternal Dragon]

Yeah. No one comes around these parts much anymore.

Flames Out
Dragon

 

[BooCocky]

wait this is a really dumb question, but is Raw live or was it pre taped?

 

[C.M.]

I think its live