Tag: Asuka
WWE Might Be Considering Strange Tag Team Champions
TLC will be held on December 20th and it has been said that WWE does not know what to plan for the card. During this week’s episode of Monday Night RAW, Lana and Asuka teamed up together, which was not expected. They managed to beat the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Nia Jax and Shayna…
Matches Added To Upcoming Episode Of RAW
The season premiere of Monday Night RAW will be held this week. For such an occasion, the company has added a few matches that fans would be interested in. This includes a title match. Lana became the #1 contender for the RAW Women’s title after she won the battle royal on last week’s RAW. It…
Retribution Off Of Tonight’s Raw?, WWE Legends Set To Appear, Title Match Announced
– All five members of Retribution are reportedly off tonight’s Raw due to quarantine measures. Ryan Satin reports the faction members test negative but are taking precautionary measures. Regarding RETRIBUTION not being cleared to compete at the moment, sources tell me all 5 members tested negative for COVID-19. However, the group's members each have to…
Two More Matches Added To WWE Clash Of Champions
Two more matches have been added to the WWE Clash of Champions card. Bobby Lashley will defend the WWE United States Championship against Apollo Crews. Also, Zelina Vega will face WWE Raw Women’s Champion Asuka for the title during the Kickoff. Vega became the number one contender after beating Mickie James in a singles match…
Referee Error On Raw, Daniel Cormier’s Appeal, Different Contracts In WWE, Barrett’s Return
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Reason For Strange Finish To Asuka vs. Mickie James On WWE Raw
There was an odd finish to the WWE Raw Women’s Championship match between Asuka and Mickie James on last night’s episode of WWE Monday Night Raw. For those that missed it, Asuka went for the Asuka Lock and Mickie was able to avoid it. Out of nowhere, the referee called for the bell and told…
The Hurt Business Gets A New Member; Matches For Next Week’s WWE Raw
– Cedric Alexander officially turned heel and joined The Hurt Business on this week’s episode of Monday Night Raw. He assisted Lashley, MVP and Shelton Benjamin in a six-man tag team match against Richochet and Apollo Crews early in the show but did not join. He joined in a MVP’s VIP Lounge segment and then…
Lumber Jack Women’s Title Match Announced For Tonight’s Raw
WWE has confirmed that Asuka will put the Raw Women’s Championship on the line against Sasha Banks in a Lumberjack Match tonight on Raw. The Lumberjacks include Raw’s roster: The IIconics, Ruby Riott, Liv Morgan, Bianca Belair, Bayley, Natalya, Mickie James, Nia Jax, Shayna Baszler, and Lana. ???? TONIGHT ???? ???? @35_Dominik & @reymysterio vs.…
Asuka Wins WWE Raw Women’s Championship
Asuka made Sasha Banks tap out in the Asuka Lock to win the WWE Raw Women’s Championship at SummerSlam on Sunday night. Empress of TODAY.@WWEAsuka is a 2️⃣✖️ #WWERaw #WomensChampion! #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/DrdIFeYYkg — WWE SummerSlam (@SummerSlam) August 24, 2020 #WWERaw #WomensChampion ONCE AGAIN.@WWEAsuka defeats @SashaBanksWWE to regain her title at #SummerSlam! pic.twitter.com/C9DF41Ue5o — WWE (@WWE)…
WWE SummerSlam: Sasha Banks vs. Asuka For Raw Women’s Title
WWE Raw Women’s Championship Match Sasha Banks (c) w/Bayley vs. Asuka The start: Sasha Banks goes right to the knee of Asuka, which Bayley worked hard earlier. Bayley looks on proud that Banks knew to go to it. Asuka sells she is on one leg but counters. Mid-match notes: Asuka connects on kicks to the…
WWE SummerSlam: Asuka vs. Bayley For SmackDown Women’s Title
WWE SmackDown Women’s Championship Match – Bayley (c) w/Sasha Banks vs. Asuka The start: The bell rings and the women lock up. Asuka gains the early advantage by being very physical. She lands a dropkick to the Champion’s mid-section. Match-match notes: Asuka attempted a belly-to-back but then locked in a submission hold. Bayley got to…
Asuka Earns Shot At WWE SmackDown Women’s Title At SummerSlam
Asuka won the Tri-Brand Battle Royal on tonight’s episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown to earn a shot at Bayley for the SmackDown Women’s Championship at SummerSlam. The finish saw Asuka eliminate Shayna Baszler to go over. Asuka will already face Sasha Banks at SummerSlam for the WWE Raw Women’s Championship after beating Bayley on…
WWE Raw Women’s Championship Match Set For SummerSlam
Asuka beat WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion Bayley on this week’s episode of Monday Night Raw to earn a shot at Sasha Banks and the WWE Raw Women’s Championship at SummerSlam. The saga continues.@WWEAsuka will see @SashaBanksWWE at #SummerSlam! #WWERaw pic.twitter.com/soKZWOQj2m — WWE (@WWE) August 11, 2020 Asuka and Bayley fought for over 15 minutes with…
Early WWE Raw Preview – Owens vs. Orton, Asuka vs. Bayley, Underground
Next week’s episode of WWE Monday Night Raw will feature Shane McMahon and Raw Underground once again. The broadcast will also feature Kevin Owens vs. Randy Orton w/Ric Flair and Asuka vs. WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Bayley in a non-title match. If Asuka beats Bayley, she will face Sasha Banks for the WWE Raw…
Two Matches Announced For Next Week’s WWE Monday Night Raw
Two matches are set for next week’s episode of WWE Monday Night Raw. They are as follows: Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion Bayley vs. Asuka. If Asuka wins, she will face Sasha Banks for the WWE Raw Women’s Championship at SummerSlam. NEXT WEEK on #WWERaw: ???? @WWEAsuka vs. @itsBayleyWWE with MAJOR…
Asuka To Face Bayley Next Week On Raw For Shot At Sasha Banks At SummerSlam
Asuka will face WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion Bayley on next week’s episode of Monday Night Raw. If she wins, she will face Sasha Banks for the WWE Raw Women’s Championship at SummerSlam. The match was setup after Asuka requested a rematch for the title after what happened last week. Banks agreed to it on the…
Early WWE Raw Preview – Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre Continues
WWE is questioning the following heading into this week’s episode of Monday Night Raw: How will Drew McIntyre respond to Randy Orton’s attack? McIntyre will defend the WWE Championship against Orton at SummerSlam. This started last week and will continue to build as the main event of WWE’s biggest show of the year. Will Asuka…
Raw Women’s Title To Be Determined Next Week, Stable Named, Title Change
– WWE Chief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon appeared on tonight’s episode of Monday Night Raw and announced next week, Asuka will face Sasha Banks for the WWE Raw Women’s Championship. The match can be decided by pinfall, submission, count out, or disqualification, including outside interference. – The stable of Lashley, MVP and Shelton Benjamin is…
Mysterio Off WWE TV?, Backstage Update On Apollo Crews, Confusing PPV Finish, The Miz’s Longevity
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Clarification On WWE Raw Women’s Title – Asuka Still Champion
Asuka is still the WWE Raw Women’s Champion following The Horror Show at Extreme Rules on Sunday night. For those that did not watch the show or read our results, Asuka inadvertently spit green mist in the referee’s face. This allowed for Bayley to get in the ring and distract the referee. Bayley ended up…
Extreme Rules: Asuka vs. Sasha Banks
Singles Match for the WWE Raw Women’s Championship – Asuka (c) w/Kairi Sane vs. Sasha Banks w/Bayley The future #2BeltzBanks?#ExtremeRules @SashaBanksWWE pic.twitter.com/v8nQr8jiOp — WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 20, 2020 Sasha Banks countered a kick from Asuka to put her in a rear chinlock on the mat. They played up Sasha being a veteran as Asuka…
The Horror Show At Extreme Rules Expected Match Winners
Bet Online has updated the latest betting odds for The Horror Show at Extreme Rules. Keep in mind these can be accurate but the highest degree of accuracy is seen once the “smart money” is in on the day of the event. The current odds are as follows: TBD Match for the WWE Championship –…
Asuka vs. Rhea Ripley In The Works? Ripley Unveils New Look (PHOTO)
WWE Raw Women’s Champion Asuka was on a media call today where she expressed interest in wrestling NXT Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley. Give Me Sport was on the call and noted on Twitter Asuka would like for the match to occur at the possible Evolution 2 pay-per-view. Ripley responded on Twitter: Interesting ????I’ve always wanted…
Asuka vs. Kairi Sane In The Works For SummerSlam?
During last night’s Raw Talk, Kairi Sane made it known that she would like to challenge Asuka for the Raw Women’s Championship if Asuka beats Sasha Banks at Extreme Rules. This potential match falls in line with rumors of Sane working a retirement angle this summer that would allow her to return to Japan. There…
WWE Raw Recap (7/6/20) – Heath Slater, Kairi Sane, New US Title & More
Here is everything you need to know coming out of the July 6th edition of Monday Night Raw: Raw results – Dolph Ziggler brought out Heath Slater to confront Drew McIntyre. Slater said he was there when Drew got fired, but Drew hasn’t been there for Heath. Heath challenged Drew to a match. – Drew…
Champion vs. Champion Match Set For Raw, Title Match Confirmed For SmackDown
WWE has announced a few key matches for next week’s programming. Monday’s Raw will be highlighted by a Champion vs. Champion match pitting Raw Women’s Champion Asuka vs. SmackDown Women’s Champion Bayley. Champion vs. Champion. THIS MONDAY on #WWERaw!@WWEAsuka @itsBayleyWWE pic.twitter.com/r1hYcaxQkT — WWE (@WWE) July 4, 2020 Next week’s SmackDown will feature Alexa Bliss &…
WWE NXT Recap (7/1/20) – Great American Bash Night 1
Here is everything you need to know coming out of the July 1st edition of NXT: The Great American Bash: NXT results – Tegan Nox def. Dakota Kai, Mia Yim & Candice LeRae in a Number One Contender’s Elimination match – Timothy Thatcher def. Oney Lorcan by submission – Rhea Ripley beat Aliyah & Robert…
SmackDown Star To Challenge For Raw Women’s Title At Extreme Rules
A champion vs. champion match will take place at Extreme Rules next month. Asuka will put her Raw Women’s Championship on the line against Women’s Tag Team Champion Sasha Banks on July 19. Banks wants to challenge Asuka because she is jealous of Bayley having two titles. "You are not the BOSS of me. I…
WWE Announces Big Championship Match For Monday’s Raw
Asuka will put her Raw Women’s Championship on the line for the second week in a row when she goes one-on-one with Charlotte Flair this Monday. The Raw Women's Title will be ON THE LINE during a Championship Monday edition of #WWERaw!@WWEAsuka @MsCharlotteWWE https://t.co/07rLPOmI4y — WWE (@WWE) June 18, 2020 WWE announced this title match…
Title Rematch Set For Raw, Update On Big Appearances Tonight
– WWE has announced Asuka will defend the Raw Women’s Championship against Nia Jax again after their Backlash match ended in a double count-out. .@WWEAsuka and @NiaJaxWWE COLLIDE in a #WWEBacklash rematch TONIGHT on #WWERaw! https://t.co/5fSBBrXbZJ — WWE (@WWE) June 15, 2020 – As noted earlier, several sources have indicated a big angle is expected…
Champion vs. Champion, Title Match Set For Next Week’s Raw
WWE has announced two big matches for next Monday’s Raw. First, NXT Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair will take on Raw Women’s Champion Asuka in a Champion vs. Champion match. Additionally, Apollo Crews will put his new United States Championship on the line against an opponent of his choosing. .@WWEApollo defends the #USTitle against an opponent…
Raw Women’s Championship Match Set For WWE Backlash
Asuka’s first challenger has been revealed. During this week’s Raw, Nia Jax beat Natalya and Charlotte Flair in a triple threat match to earn a Raw Women’s Championship match at Backlash against the new titleholder. Below is the updated Backlash card: WWE Championship Match – Drew McIntyre (c) vs. Bobby Lashley 2-on-1 Handicap Universal Championship…
Becky Lynch Announces Pregnancy, Relinquishes Raw Women’s Title To Asuka
Becky Lynch opened this week’s Raw to announce that she is expecting. As a result, Lynch has relinquished the Raw Women’s Championship to the Money in the Bank winner, Asuka. The changing of the guard was revealed by way of Lynch carrying the women’s Money in the Bank briefcase out to ring. Asuka went from…
Asuka & Otis Win Money In The Bank Briefcases
This year’s Money in the Bank winners have been crowned. After nearly a half-hour of brawling throughout WWE HQ, Asuka and Otis emerged victorious with their respective briefcases in hand. ???? OHHHH YEAHHHHHHH ???? Mr. #MITB = @otiswwe Ms. #MITB = @WWEAsuka pic.twitter.com/TuoCqwGpNY — WWE (@WWE) May 11, 2020 Asuka won the women’s briefcase first…
Big Triple Threat Match Added To Tonight’s Raw, Contract Signing To Take Place
WWE has announced Asuka vs. Shayna Baszler vs. Nia Jax in a triple threat match for tonight’s Monday Night Raw. All three will represent Raw in this year’s Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. Before they meet in the Women’s #MITB Ladder Match one week from Sunday, @WWEAsuka, @NiaJaxWWE and @QoSBaszler will battle in…
Three Raw Superstars Qualify For Women’s Money In The Bank Ladder Match
WWE is going forward with their Money in the Bank pay-per-view on May 10th. Three women from the Raw roster won qualifying matches on Monday’s show to confirm their participation in this year’s Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. Asuka, Shayna Baszler, and Nia Jax all qualified with respective wins over Ruby Riott, Sarah…
Three More WWE Stars Not Working WrestleMania 36? (Updated)
Plans for WrestleMania 36 continue to change as we learn of many WWE stars who did not compete in their scheduled matches at this week’s tapings. According to new reports, Murphy, Cesaro, and Asuka will not compete or appear on what’s supposed to be the biggest card of the year. Murphy was slated to be…
Late Change To Tonight’s WWE Raw
Kairi Sane will face Shayna Baszler on tonight’s episode of WWE Monday Night RAW. Sane will be taking the place of her partner, Asuka, who is not medically cleared to compete. We have more on tonight’s show at this link.
Women’s Championship Match Set For Next Week’s Raw
WWE has announced Becky Lynch will defend her Raw Women’s Championship against Asuka during next week’s Raw. NEXT WEEK: @BeckyLynchWWE defends the #RAW #WomensChampionship against @WWEAsuka on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/fQfh60o6d7 — WWE (@WWE) February 4, 2020 The Royal Rumble rematch was made official after Asuka challenged Becky to another bout. Lynch, feeling confident after already beating…
Raw Women’s Championship Match Set For Royal Rumble, Charlotte Announces Rumble Entry
Becky Lynch confirmed on this week’s Raw that she will defend the Raw Women’s Championship against Asuka at Royal Rumble on Jan. 25th in Houston. #TheMan gets her wish.@BeckyLynchWWE WILL defend her #RAW #WomensTitle against WWE Women's #TagTeamChampion @WWEAsuka at #RoyalRumble! pic.twitter.com/H6j4oYN52G — WWE (@WWE) December 31, 2019 On a related note, Charlotte Flair is…
Kairi Sane Under Concussion Protocol
Following last night’s brutal main even match involving Kairi Sane, Asuka, Becky Lynch, and Charlotte Flair, Sane was examined by doctors and placed in a concussion protocol. Later in the match, you could easily tell that Sane just wasn’t completely there in the sense of setting up her spots correctly. There were even instances where…
Two Big Matches Confirmed For Tonight’s Raw, Injured Female Star Backstage
Tonight’s WWE Monday Night Raw will emanate from Chicago, IL and will feature the following advertised matches: – Humberto Carrillo vs. AJ Styles (c) – United States Championship Match – Charlotte Flair vs. Asuka There’s no other matches or segments listed on WWE’s official preview, though Rusev was served a restraining order upon his arrival…
