BY SACNILK
Here is the live coverage for this week's Monday Night Raw which is scheduled to air on December 18, 2023, at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, IA. ##
Monday Night Raw currently airs live on Monday evenings on the USA Network from 8:00 ET–11:00 PM ET in the United States. WWE Raw starts live at 1 am in the UK on BT Sport 1 on Tuesday mornings. ##
WWE Raw Time In Australia: It airs live on Tuesdays at 10 am (AEST) on Fox8 ##
WWE Raw Time In Canada: It airs live every Monday at 8 Am on Sportsnet 360 ##
WWE Raw Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on Supersport in South Africa on Tuesdays at 02:00 am CAT ##
Raw Time In Italy: In Italy, Raw airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ##
WWE Raw Time In India: Raw airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 6:30 am ##
WWE Monday Night Raw, December 18, 2023: Live Coverage ##
The arena reverberates with the ominous tones of "Judgment Day" as Finn Balor and the others make their way down to the ring. Balor takes the mic and extends congratulations to the Creed Brothers for becoming the number one contenders, acknowledging it as a significant moment for them. However, he emphasizes that for their group, it's just another night.##
Rhea Ripley chimes in, warning Ivy Nile against running her mouth and declaring their intent to continue dominating in 2024. Dominik Mysterio asserts that Judgment Day holds sway over the entire WWE. Suddenly, R-Truth's music hits, and he strides out, expressing his discontent for being left in the back.##
JD McDonagh questions Truth's presence, to which Truth claims he's part of Judgment Day, citing the recent beatdown as his initiation. He acknowledges the line was crossed and mentions both physical and emotional hurt. While recognizing that Damian Priest likely didn't mean his earlier comments, Truth suggests settling the animosity with a "Miracle on 34th Street Fight." JD McDonagh interjects, stating that such a match is already scheduled and happening now. He then informs Truth that he is not officially a part of Judgment Day. Truth proposes making it a "Loser Leaves Judgment Day" match, and Damian Priest agrees, prompting JD to express skepticism about Truth's chances and suggesting he needs a miracle to beat Priest. ##
Miracle on 34th Street Fight: R-Truth vs. JD McDonagh ##
The match kicks off with R-Truth launching a swift attack on JD McDonagh. JD retaliates, delivering a powerful blow that sends Truth sprawling. JD intensifies his assault in the corner, but Truth counters with a well-placed kick followed by a scissors kick. To add insult to injury, Truth whips JD with the belt, prompting JD to roll out of the ring.##
Seizing the opportunity, Truth lands a solid kick to JD's face before directing him back into the ring. However, Dominik Mysterio interferes, shoving Truth into the ring post, leading to a commercial break.##
Upon return, Truth resumes his offensive, cornering JD and executing a slam. He decides to fetch a table, but JD retaliates and sends Truth back into the ring. Dominik attempts to intervene, tripping Truth, who inadvertently falls on JD. Seizing the moment, Truth sends Dominik into the steel steps and proceeds to assault JD with a fire extinguisher.##
Truth follows up with a series of shoulder tackles and a forceful slam. He executes a heel kick on JD, showcasing his dominance. A five-knuckle shuffle further cements Truth's control over the match. However, when Truth attempts to pick up JD for an AA, JD manages to escape and is subsequently sent out of the ring.##
Seizing the opportunity, Truth employs the Christmas tree as a weapon, slamming JD into the ring. He sets JD up on a table and ascends the top rope, aiming to deliver a decisive blow. However, JD halts Truth's momentum, resulting in a dramatic turn of events. Truth, undeterred, manages to put JD through the table, securing the victory. ##
WINNER: R-Truth ##
Backstage, Kayden Carter and Katana Chance express their determination to become the Women's Tag Team Champions.##
Nia Jax's entrance music hits, and she makes her way to the ring.##
Commercial break##
Becky Lynch's music plays, and she enters the ring, but Nia promptly exits. Lynch calls out Jax, questioning if she's scared and insisting that they address each other face-to-face. Jax, however, declares she has more pressing matters to discuss and announces her entry into the Royal Rumble. Lynch dismisses the notion that fans don't care, emphasizing the significance of Jax's presence. Lynch expresses her desire for a fight, prompting Jax to claim that people fear what she might do to Lynch, threatening to squash her and break her face again.##
Lynch counters, asserting that Jax is the one afraid of the consequences. She contends that Jax's entire identity hinges on others, highlighting the incident where Jax broke her nose. Lynch challenges her to a fight on the spot, and Jax calls for a referee. As a referee arrives, Jax teasingly backs out, declaring that Lynch won't get a match now. Instead, she announces that the showdown will occur in Lynch's hometown in two weeks at Day One.##
Jax provocatively predicts that after she breaks Lynch's face, her daughter will question why her mother is ugly. Lynch, undeterred, attacks Jax, prompting security to intervene. However, Jax seizes the opportunity to strike Lynch from behind.##
In another scene, Kofi Claus encounters DIY backstage. Ciampa expresses their desire for the tag titles, and Kofi hands them a Jey Uso Yeet shirt. DIY then encounters The Miz, and Gargano praises the events of last week. Ciampa adds that it was awesome. In an interview, Miz declares that Gunther is reeling, and Imperium is crumbling around him. He boasts about rocking Gunther's foundation and vows to finish what he started. ##
Intercontinental Championship match: Gunther (c) vs. The Miz ##
The Miz's entrance music fills the arena as he confidently makes his way to the ring.##
Commercial break##
Gunther's theme resonates, signaling his arrival in the ring.##
The match kicks off with Gunther swiftly taking down The Miz. Miz responds with chops and a focused assault on Gunther's legs, but Gunther retaliates by knocking him down. Miz attempts to gain an advantage by locking in a death lock, but Gunther reaches the ropes for a break.##
Miz manages to knock Gunther out of the ring, but Gunther counters with a powerful chop and a devastating apron powerbomb.##
Commercial break##
Upon return, Gunther delivers a forceful kick to Miz's face. Despite Miz's efforts to fight back, Gunther stops him in his tracks. Both competitors engage in a fierce exchange of strikes, with Gunther ultimately flooring Miz. Gunther takes control in the corner, but Miz rallies, attacking Gunther in retaliation. Miz attempts a crossbody, but Gunther catches him and positions him on the top rope, eventually knocking him out of the ring. Gunther goes for a chop, but Miz evades, causing Gunther to hit the ring post.##
Commercial break##
Miz seizes the opportunity to target Gunther's injured arm, but Gunther counters, knocking Miz down and securing a cravate. Miz escapes, landing a DDT on Gunther. Miz follows up with another DDT and a tornado DDT, but Gunther resiliently kicks out at two. Miz shifts his focus to Gunther's hand, prompting a fight back from Gunther, who retaliates with a dropkick and a powerbomb. Despite a near fall, Gunther locks in the Boston crab, and Miz manages to reach the ropes.##
Gunther continues the assault with chops, goading Miz to deliver more. Miz responds with a slap, initiating a sleeper hold, but Miz rolls him up without success. Miz hits the Skull-Crushing Finale, only for Gunther to kick out at two. Miz persists, landing a kick on Gunther, who returns with a clothesline. As Gunther ascends the top rope, Miz halts his progress, executing a Skull-Crushing Finale from the second rope. Gunther rolls out of the ring.##
Miz sends Gunther back into the ring, but Gunther counters with a powerbomb followed by a ripcord clothesline. Gunther secures another powerbomb for the three-count, clinching the victory. ##
WINNER: Gunther ##
Gunther walks backstage, and Imperium gathers to congratulate him. Ludwig Kaiser commends Gunther on his stellar performance. Gunther, however, dismisses the celebratory atmosphere, stating that the year has been a write-off. He announces his intention to take a couple of weeks off but demands that Imperium work hard and impress him in his absence. Gunther walks away, leaving Imperium behind. As he strolls away, Kofi Claus encounters Imperium. Kaiser bluntly tells him to leave, but Kofi hands Kaiser a gift. Kaiser opens it to find coal, which he promptly throws away. Kofi remarks that they need to be impressive all year round.##
A video featuring Shinsuke Nakamura plays, in which he declares his goal to extinguish Cody's championship visions and instill fear in him. Nakamura asserts that Cody's nightmare is over and vows to be his last fight. Suddenly, Cody attacks Nakamura, and they engage in a brawl that spills into the arena. Security attempts to intervene, but Cody fights them off, relentlessly pursuing Nakamura.##
Cody executes a suicide dive on Nakamura, intensifying their skirmish. Despite security's efforts to separate them, Cody persists in his pursuit. Nakamura manages to retreat into the ring, creating a temporary buffer. The tension remains palpable as Nakamura backs away. ##
Backstage, Akira Tozawa is with Adam Pearce, who confirms Tozawa's request. As Pearce walks away, Chelsea Green and Piper Niven approach Tozawa, pleading with him to cancel the upcoming match. Pearce stands firm, refusing to cancel the match, and states that it is up next. Green and Niven storm away in frustration. Bronson Reed enters the scene, expressing his desire to discuss becoming Gunther's next challenger. ##
WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship match: Chelsea Green & Piper Niven (c) vs. Kayden Carter & Katana Chance ##
The arena echoes with Kayden Carter and Katana Chance's entrance music as they make their way to the ring.##
Commercial break##
Chelsea Green's music resonates, and she enters alongside Piper Niven.##
As the match gets underway, Carter takes control, bringing Green to the mat. Green retaliates, launching an attack on Carter and delivering a sharp slap. Carter rebounds, taking down Green and following up with a well-executed dropkick. Chance tags in, delivering a senton and going for the cover. The referee counts, but kicks out. Niven enters the ring.##
Niven forcefully knocks Carter off the apron and proceeds to take down Chance. Carter tags back in, managing to knock down Niven. After the tag, Niven continues her assault on both opponents, finishing with a impactful splash and a cover, but kicks out.##
Commercial break##
Niven attempts a cannonball but misses her mark. Green tags back in, and Carter, who has also tagged in, surprises Green with a superkick. Carter follows up with a splash and goes for the cover: 1... 2... Niven breaks it up. Carter sends Niven out of the ring and executes a springboard dropkick. Another cover attempt, but kicks out. Carter positions Green on the top rope, but Green counters a diving move and catches Carter with a leaping leg lariat. Cover, but kicks out.##
Niven re-enters the match, and Green connects with knees to Carter's face. Niven follows up with a senton and a cover, but kicks out Chance makes the save. Carter retaliates with a superkick on Niven and tags out. Chance dives onto Niven, attempting a cover, kicks out, Green intervenes. She executes a German suplex on Carter, tags back in, and attempts the Unprettier. However, Chance hits the lawnblower, and they finish the match with the After Party for the victory. ##
WINNER: Kayden Carter & Katana Chance ##
Singles Match: Akira Tozawa vs. Ivar ##
Ivar's entrance music reverberates through the arena as he makes his way to the ring, accompanied by Valhalla.##
Commercial break##
Backstage, Kayden Carter and Katana Chance cross paths with Kofi Claus, who extends his congratulations. The triumphant duo expresses their joy, deeming it a dream come true, and they eagerly head off to celebrate. Natalya remarks that they'll need new challengers, a sentiment echoed by Shayna.##
Alpha Academy's music hits, and they enter the ring with Maxxine Dupri.##
The match commences, with Ivar swiftly tossing Akira out of the ring. Tozawa reenters and unleashes a barrage of strikes on Ivar before sending him into the turnbuckle. Tozawa follows up with a DDT, gaining control. Ivar rebounds, knocking down Tozawa and ascending the top rope for a splash, which unfortunately misses its mark. ##
As Tozawa climbs the top rope, Valhalla provides a distraction. Maxxine Dupri intervenes, pulling Valhalla off the apron and slamming her into the barricade. Seizing the opportunity, Tozawa executes a senton on Ivar and goes for the cover: 1... 2... kick out. Ivar regains momentum, delivering a spinning heel kick. He then ascends the top rope, but Tozawa halts his progress. Tozawa attempts a hurricanrana, but Ivar catches him and executes the World's Strongest Slam for the decisive victory. ##
WINNER: Ivar ##
Seth Rollins is seen backstage, making his way through the corridors.##
Commercial break##
Seth Rollins' entrance music fills the arena as he confidently strides down to the ring. With a microphone in hand, he acknowledges the recent developments in his career, expressing heightened motivation to be the best World Champion. Rollins announces his upcoming title defense against Drew McIntyre at Day 1 and recalls their recent confrontation.##
Drew McIntyre's music hits, and he walks down to the ring. Rollins, referring to the headbutt incident from a few weeks ago, urges McIntyre to tread lightly. Drew, however, states that he's not there to fight, commending Rollins for standing up to CM Punk. Drew acknowledges Rollins being on top of the world.##
Drew reflects on the guilt he's felt, questioning the worth of it all after 16 years. He mentions Becky Lynch and the difficult conversations they've had about family and chasing dreams despite illness. McIntyre emphasizes that he doesn't just want the title; he needs it to prove the journey was worthwhile and declares he'll do whatever it takes to win.##
Rollins, unsure of how to feel, questions Drew's sincerity, pointing out the misalignment between his actions and words. While Rollins acknowledges and respects McIntyre for earning another title shot, he wonders if Drew is willing to resort to cheating and shortcuts. Rollins accuses McIntyre of playing the blame game and avoiding responsibility, asserting that the only person keeping Drew from the title is himself. Despite Rollins expressing pity, he wishes McIntyre a Merry Christmas and walks away.##
In a sudden turn, Drew attempts to attack Rollins, but Rollins retaliates with a superkick, sending McIntyre out of the ring. Rollins dives onto McIntyre, initiating a brawl. Drew fights back, slamming Rollins into the barricade. The intense exchange between the two continues. ##
Backstage, the Creed Brothers are encountered by Cody, who expresses gratitude and hopes for their success in the upcoming match. Kofi Claus makes an appearance, distributing gifts. However, Imperium launches a sneak attack on Kofi, with Vinci slamming him to the mat. Jey Uso's music hits, and he rushes to Kofi's aid, attacking Kaiser and Vinci, forcing them out of the ring. Jey Uso then challenges Kaiser to a match. ##
Commercial break ##
Singles Match: Jey Uso vs. Ludwig Kaiser ##
Kaiser starts the match by knocking Jey down, but Jey swiftly counters with a back elbow. Kaiser retaliates with a clothesline, taking control of the bout. Kaiser proceeds to work on Jey, sending him to the apron. Despite Jey's attempts to fight back, he is thwarted by Kaiser. Vinci, seizing an opportunity, delivers a cheap shot to Jey, leading to Kaiser sending Jey out of the ring.##
Commercial break##
Upon returning, Jey manages to connect with an enzuigiri on Kaiser. Jey follows up with a series of strikes, hitting another enzuigiri and concluding with a hip attack. Kaiser, however, rallies back with a Death Valley driver and goes for the cover: 1... 2... kick out.##
Jey retaliates with a superkick, climbing to the top rope. Vinci interferes, knocking Jey off. Kaiser capitalizes with a kick to the head and covers: 1... 2... kick out. Kofi Kingston makes a timely entrance, delivering the Trouble in Paradise on Vinci. Jey spearheads Kaiser and executes the Uso splash for the victory. ##
WINNER: Jey Uso ##
Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship match: Judgment Day (Damian Priest & Finn Balor) (c) vs. The Creed Brothers ##
The Creed Brothers make their entrance to the ring, and the theme song of Judgment Day resounds as they make their way down.##
The match kicks off with Julius taking down Finn Balor and executing a hip toss. Damian Priest enters the ring but is promptly sent to the outside. Brutus follows suit, sending Balor out of the ring as well.##
Commercial break##
Upon return, Balor launches an attack on Brutus in the corner. Brutus counters with a knee to the midsection, subsequently tagging out to Julius, who hits a gutbuster. Priest tags in, sending Julius out of the ring and following up with a clothesline. He then propels Julius into the steel steps before bringing him back into the ring. ##
Balor reenters and assaults Julius in the corner. Julius tags out, and Brutus knocks down Balor, delivering a gutwrench suplex. Brutus follows up with a corner splash and a powerful slam. Priest tags in, delivering kicks to Brutus. Balor sends Brutus over the announcer's table.##
Commercial break##
Brutus retaliates by slamming Priest. Both competitors tag out. Julius executes a suplex on both Balor and Priest, finishing with a shooting star press. The cover follows: 1... 2... kick out. Brutus climbs the top rope but gets knocked off. Julius and Balor simultaneously knock each other down. Rhea Ripley makes her presence known, attacking Ivy Nile, who fights back and slams Ripley on the apron. The Creed Brothers execute the Brutus Ball, and the cover begins: 1... 2... Priest intervenes.##
Priest attempts the South of Heaven on Julius but gets knocked out of the ring. Julius dives onto Priest. Balor lands the sling blade and a subsequent dropkick. He ascends the top rope, but Julius halts his ascent. Priest tags in, and the Creed Brothers perform the Brutus Ball. The cover ensues: 1... 2... Balor executes the Coup de Grâce to break it up. Brutus knocks Balor out of the ring, and Priest seals the victory with the South of Heaven chokeslam. ##
WINNER: Judgment Day (Damian Priest & Finn Balor) ##
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