WWE Raw

- Season 21

(2013)

Finally - The Rock returns to Monday Night Raw for the first episode of 2013. Dolph Ziggler looks for revenge on John Cena and much more.

Raw celebrates it monumental 20th Anniversary. The legendary Ric Flair appears on Miz TV. The first member of the 2013 WWE Hall of Fame Class is announced, and John Cena brawls with Dolph Ziggler in a Steel Cage.

John Cena vows the 2013 will belong to Cena and it all starts in the Royal Rumble Match, but 29 other competitors are out to prove otherwise. Several Superstars try to earn a key advantage heading into the Royal Rumble Match by winning a Beat the Clock challenge. And The Rock is hell-bent to find his way into the arena to address CM Punk a week before their historic WWE Championship Match.

Its Raw Roulette from Las Vegas, Nevada, where shockwaves from the 2013 Royal Rumble are still being felt. The Rock addresses the people as WWE Champion for the first time in over 10 years, but the former Champion, CM Punk will not accept defeat quietly. Royal Rumble winner John Cena declares his intentions for WrestleMania 29, and Mr. McMahon is on hand to address the fate of CM Punk's cohort, Paul Heyman and Heyman's relationship with the Shield. One big surprise will leave the WWE Universe speechless.

After the shocking return of Brock Lesnar, what is the condition of WWE Chairman Vince McMahon? Former WWE Champion CM Punk must face a previous WrestleMania opponent chosen by the WWE Universe. An epic announcement is made regarding the WWE Hall of Fame, and John Cena calls out The Shield.

A mere six days from the brutal Elimination Chamber, the final entrants into the #1 Contender Match inside the chamber are chosen, The Rock and CM Punk have some strong words before their epic rematch for the WWE Championship, And the confrontation heats up between John Cena, Sheamus and Ryback and The Shield.

The Rock is on hand to celebrate his WWE Championship victory at Elimination Chamber with a major surprise for the WWE Universe. But amidst the celebration, John Cena and CM Punk are embroiled in conflict over the rights to challenge The Great One at WrestleMania. Plus, The Shield is ready for another 6-Man battle and Jack Swagger with his "Founding Father" Zeb Colter give their State of the Union Address.

John Cena and CM Punk collide in one of the most high stakes showdowns in their storied rivalry, where the winner meets The Rock for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 29. Mr. McMahon returns for the first time since sustaining a broken hip to brawl with Paul Heyman. Miz TV aims to address the controversy surrounding Jack Swagger.

WWE goes "Old School" as several Legends return for a night marked by a tribute to retro Monday Night RAW and monster WrestleMania implications. The iconic Undertaker returns, but who will challenge his incomparable streak at WrestleMania XXIX. Triple H lays down the gauntlet for Brock Lesnar. And WWE Champion The Rock renews his epic war of words with rival John Cena.

The road to WrestleMania continues. WWE honors the memory of Paul Bearer, but the disrespect by a certain former WWE Champion CM Punk sends the Brother of Destruction Kane and Undertaker, into a fury. Chris Jericho bring back his infamous talk show The Highlight Reel. And WWE's resident powerhouses Ryback and Mark Henry continue their game of one up man ship.

The WrestleMania gauntlet has been thrown between Triple H and Brock Lesnar, but will The Game sign on the dotted line for the match without knowing what stipulation lies ahead? Intercontinental Champion Wade Barrett defends his title in a Triple Threat Match against Chris Jericho and The Miz. Plus, a special look at John Cena and the Rock as their WrestleMania showdown is just 20 days away.

With WrestleMania rapidly approaching, WWE Champion The Rock and challenger John Cena address some pointed questions from WWE Hall of Famers in a speical Q and A segment. Triple H has a message for Brock Lesnar. CM Punk's disrespect for the Undertaker continues. And Chris Jericho gets his WrestleMania opponent.

In the final Raw before WrestleMania, both The Rock and John Cena vow to walk out of MetLife Stadium with the WWE Championship around their waist. CM Punk strikes at the heart of the Undertaker six days before attempting to end the streak. Shawn Michaels returns to lend support to Triple H for his upcoming battle with Brock Lesnar.

WrestleMania XXIX may be over, but the shockwaves still rock the New York/New Jersey arena from an epic night in Met Life Stadium. On the first night of John Cena's record setting 11th WWE Championship reign, which new contender will emerge? Plus, The Shield has a new target and Dolph Ziggler shocks the WWE Universe. Don't miss the one of the greatest RAW in WWE history.

WWE Champion John Cena responds to being blitz attacked by the monstrous Ryback one week ago, What was the motivation for the attack? Also, what will CM Punk have to say in his first appearance since becoming Undertaker's latest WrestleMania victim? and both Alberto Del Rio and Jack Swagger are chomping at the bit for the first shot at Dolph Ziggler's World Heavyweight Title.

RAW goes across the pond for this very special edition from London, England. Paul Heyman has a special message to Triple H from Brock Lesnar. Antonio Cesaro faces R-Truth. Chris Jericho goes one on one with Dolph Ziggler. Team Hell No and The Undertaker go up against The Shield in a special Six-Man Tag Team Match. Mick Foley, John Cena, and much more.

WWE Champion John Cena battles through injury to join the Tag Team Champion, Team Hell No, in a Six-Man Tag Team against The Shield. Can the trio of championship stops the "Hounds of Justice" from extending their winning streak? Plus, Alberto Del Rio sets a high risk stipulation for his match at Extreme Rules with Jack Swagger and World Heavyweight Champion Dolph Ziggler.

Triple H reacts to Brock Lesnar's shocking invasion of WWE headquarters. The "Human Wrecking Ball" Ryback names the stipulation for his Extreme Rules showdown with hobbled WWE Championship John Cena. Mark Henry lays down a challenge for Sheamus.

John Cena and Team Hell No get another chance to hand The Shield their first defeat, but with Extreme Rules a week away a beast is lurking in the shadows waiting to unleash a fury on the Champ. Triple H calls out Brock Lesnar for a Steel Cage match. And Chris Jericho cuts a rug in an attempt to upstage rival Fandango.

In the aftermath of Extreme Rules brutality, Ryback emerges to lay down another sadistic challenge for WWE Champion John Cena. The Shield is in action for the first time with all three members showing off their newly-won championships. And after watching his client, Brock Lesnar, defeat Triple H, Paul Heyman unveils the next "Paul Heyman Guy".

The rivalry between WWE Champion John Cena and Ryback intensifies. Cena goes one-on-one with Paul Heyman's protege Curts Axel. Bret Hart is honored in his hometown of Calgary. Kofi Kingston gets his rematch with The Shield's Dean Ambrose. Chris Jericho brings back the world famous Highlight Reel.

'The Cerbral Assassin 'Triple H is out for revenge against Curtis Axel but does Vince and Stephanie McMahon have other plans for The Game? The battle lines are drawn as Paul Heyman signs the contract for CM Punk vs. Chris Jericho at Payback. Daniel Bryan faces Ryback. The Shield takes on Team Hell No and Randy Orton in a six-man tag action. Cody Rhodes battles Sheamus. The Prime Time Players take on The Usos. John Cena takes on Curtis Axel in a No Disqualification Match and more.

WWE Champion John Cena and his challenger Ryback confront each other six days before their 3 Stages of Hell Match at WWE Payback. A McMahon family feud is brewing between WWE COO Triple H and his father-in-law, Mr. McMahon. Dolph Ziggler returns, and Kaitlyn's secret admirer is finally revelated.

The three new champions crowned at WWE Payback begin their title reigns. A night after teaming together, Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton oppose each other one-on-one in a No Disqualification match. And is one Superstar's 17-year career coming to an end?

WWE Champion John Cena responds to Mark Henry's deceptive attack after his faux retirement speech the week before. CM Punk confronts Paul Heyman regarding his involvement in an ambush from Brock Lesnar. And still determined to prove he is not the "weak link" Daniel Bryan battles The Viper Randy Orton.

It's a Money in the Bank melee as Daniel Bryan, Randy Orton, Sheamus and the rest of the ladder match contestants look to prove their worth on Raw before their pay-per-view showdown. One of the most dominant Superstars in WWE falls victim to a surprising upset . And champions clash as John Cena takes on Alberto Del Rio.

Who will be the next Mr. Money in the Bank? Participants in Sunday's pivotal Ladder Match is fight to prove their case on Raw. Managing Supervisor Vickie Guerrero receives word on her job status from Mr. McMahon. And after weeks of ominous warnings, the bizarre Wyatt family arrives.

In the aftermath of two pulse racing Money in the Bank Ladder Matches, what will Randy Orton and Damien Sandow do with their newly earned briefcases? How will CM Punk reacts to the shocking betrayals of his "best friend" Paul Heyman? And for the first time in nearly six years, Rob Van Dam competes on Raw.

Raw kicks off with a huge contract signing for a WWE Championship match between John Cena and Daniel Bryan at SummerSlam. Sheamus goes one-on-one with Alberto Del Rio. Will Mark Henry be able to overcome the 3-on-1 odds when he issues a special challenge to The Shield? CM Punk plans to drop a verbal pipe bomb on Brock Lesnar. How will Paul Heyman respond?

WWE Champion John Cena battles Ryback in a McMahon-mandated Tables Match. Daniel Bryan tries to prove his "ruthless aggression" when he tangles with his former tag team partner, Kane. And how will CM Punk attempt to further get under the skin of Paul Heyman?

With a dream match up against John Cena coming up at SummerSlam, will Daniel Bryan conform to the standards of a main event Superstars? The Shield faces three top Superstars in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. And CM Punk battles Intercontinental Champion, Curtis Axel.

With SummerSlam just days away, tensions rise in the seemingly friendly rivalry between John Cena and Daniel Bryan. WWE COO Triple H makes a shocking announcement. And CM Punk springs a surprise for the Beast, Brock Lesnar.

With shock waves from SummerSlam reverberating throughout the WWE, how will Daniel Bryan and other Superstar reacts to the treacherous deed performed by WWE COO Triple H? New WWE Champion Randy Orton receives his coronation. And CM Punk still has plenty of fight left despite his narrow loss to Brock Lesnar.

The ongoing battle between Daniel Bryan and WWE COO Triple H continues when The Game unleashes The Shield to do his dirty work. WWE Champion Randy Orton renews an old rivalry with Christian. The WWE Universe plays a pivotal role in CM Punk's attempt to get his hands on Paul Heyman.

Daniel Bryan continues to fight the iron fist that is the leadership of WWE COO Triple H. What further degradation will The Game contrive for Bryan and Big Show? Cody Rhodes finds his career in jeopardy when he too crosses the boss. Plus, CM Punk responds to Paul Heyman's disturbing attack.

As Night of Champions approaches, it's a night of homecomings in Toronto. Hometown hero Edge shows up to lend support to Daniel Bryan. A member of the Rhodes family attempts to win back Cody's job by defeating WWE Champion Randy Orton. Plus, will Paul Heyman weasle out of his confrontation with CM Punk at Sunday's pay-per-view event?

The WWE Universe welcomed its new champion, Daniel Bryan! But how long will the Yes! Man have to bask in the glow of his victory at Night of Champions? The McMahons bring out the best and the worst side of The Apex Predator, Randy Orton. Another member of the Rhodes family attempts to save Cody's job, and Ryback explains his actions from Night of Champions.

WWE COO Triple H and Stephanie McMahon orchestrate the next challenge for Daniel Bryan and his supporters among the WWE roster. CM Punk returns home to Chicago in his first appearance since his controversial loss to Paul Heyman at Night of Champions. After sustaining a vicious attack from Randy Orton, The Miz conducts a gigantic interview on Miz TV.

CM Punk is ready for a fight, and he gets one from a most unexpected source. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon have a business proposition for the Rhodes family. Paul Heyman has his own proposition for Ryback and with the WWE Title vacated, Battleground contenders Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton look for an edge heading into the pay-per-view event.

What will the aftermath look like after a brutal slate of showdowns at Battleground? Big Show faces the music from the queen of WWE, Stephanie McMahon, for his involvement in the night's main event. Ryback calls out CM Punk. The Rhodes family is back and a shocking announcement is made regarding the World Heavyweight Championship.

Shawn Michaels returns to Raw to discuss the WWE Championship Match at Hell in a Cell. The Authority unleashes their brand of punishment on all detractors, including Big Show and Daniel Bryan. CM Punk and Ryback face a "Beat the Clock" challenge. And a tag team main event see the Rhodes Brothers challenge The Shield for the coveted Tag Team Titles.

With nothing left to lose, Big Show continues his onslaught against The Authority. With guest referee Shawn Michaels looking on, Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton make their Hell in a Cell match official for this Sunday. And CM Punk gets an unlikely aid in his vendetta against Paul Heyman.

WWE coronates its new WWE Champion Randy Orton and new World Heavyweight Champion John Cena, but what surprises are in store for the new champs? Shawn Michaels addresses Daniel Bryan and his shocking actions at Hell in a Cell. And after finally getting his hands on Paul Heyman, CM Punk looks to decimate Heyman's monstrous protégé Ryback.

Big Show returns to WWE, but suffers The Authority's wrath. After being pummeled by the Wyatt Family last week, CM Punk seeks out a fair fight when he takes on Luke Harper. WWE Champion Randy Orton faces Big E Langston. And Tyson Kidd returns from injury to team with his new wife, Natalya.

With Triple H and Stephanie McMahon on vacation, would Kane take control as newly appointed Director of Operations, or would Raw turn to Anarchy in the UK? WWE Champion Randy Orton must face a member of the WWE Tag Team Champions - the Rhodes brothers. John Cena faces Zeb Colter's Real Americans. And CM Punk teams with Daniel Bryan to take on The Shield.

Rey Mysterio makes his spectacular return to WWE! What will the high-flying former World Champion have in store for the WWE Universe? John Cena and Alberto Del Rio attempt to gain the upper hand before their showdown at Survivor Series. And after losing control of Raw last week, Vickie Guerrero and Brad Maddox have hell to pay with The Authority back on the scene.

There can only be one face of WWE, and World Heavyweight Champion John Cena has a monumental proposal to settle the issue of whether that true face is him or WWE Champion Randy Orton. In the mean time, Cena and Orton enlist partners for a massive tag team main event. NFL legend and media personality Michael Strahan appears on Miz TV. And the Divas reprize their Survivor Series Elimination Match.

With WWE TLC just two weeks away, a long awaited pipe bomb from CM Punk leads to a major development for the year-end event. John Cena and Randy Orton are set to make their showdown official, but will the WWE Universe get an exclusive preview of their deadly Tables, Ladders & Chairs Match? Plus, who will be the #1 contender for the Intercontinental Championship, Damien Sandow or Dolph Ziggler?

WWE honors the Superstars and Divas who left an indellible mark on its landmark 50th year, at the 2013 Slammy Awards. Who'll take home the coveted Slammy for Superstar of the Year, Match of the Year, and others? Plus, 20 former WWE and World Heavyweight Champions converge for an ascension ceremony in preparation for John Cena and Randy Orton's showdown to decide the Champion of Champions at TLC.

After a historic victory to become the inaugural WWE World Heavyweight Champion, Randy Orton gets his coronation, but soon finds himself part of a blockbuster main event against one of 2013's hottest Superstars. The Shield looks to regain their swagger against CM Punk and two partners chosen by the WWE Universe. And the Rhodes Brothers take on the budding partnership of Big Show and Rey Mysterio.

It's a Raw Christmas, and while the spirit of the season permeates the WWE Universe, the Scrooge-like tactics of some threaten to spoil the holiday joy. Can Mark Henry save Christmas from WWE's "bad Santa", Damien Sandow? And three of WWE's top stars- John Cena, CM Punk and Big E Langston- take on a trio most certainly on Santa's naughty list, The Shield.

In the final Raw of 2013, Brock Lesnar is back and ready to ring in a painful new year. CM Punk has a long standing axe to grind with The Shield. Who from the poisonous pack will face the Straight Edge Superstar? And after resisting the relentless recruiting attempts by the Wyatt Family, will Daniel Bryan finally follow the buzzards?