Raw Season 12, Episode 44: Raw - Nov. 01, 2004

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Raw - Jan. 05, 2004

In his role as the new Sheriff of Raw, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin lays down the law by ordering Triple H to defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Shawn Michaels at the Royal Rumble in a unique match. Plus, Ric Flair & Batista defend the World Tag Team Championship against The Dudley Boyz, and Rob Van Dam in action, and more.

96 min

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Raw - Jan. 12, 2004

Randy Orton extends an open invitation to Mick Foley to witness him defend the Intercontinental Championship against Rob Van Dam in the main event. Shawn Michaels and World Heavyweight Champion Triple H come face-to-face in an interview with Jonathan Coachman. After demanding some in-ring action, Matt Hardy goes one-on-one with Goldberg and more.

93 min

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Raw - Jan. 19, 2004

With Eric Bischoff away, Interim General Manager Jonathan Coachman announces that the Superstars of Raw will compete in a series of matches for a chance to participate in an Over The Top Rope Challenge where the winner will receive the Number 30 Spot in the 2004 Royal Rumble. Plus, Randy Orton, Mick Foley, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and more.

90 min

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Raw - Jan. 26, 2004

Shawn Michaels and World Heavyweight Champion Triple H are left stunned when Sheriff "Stone Cold" Steve Austin introduces a new player to their rivalry. Mick Foley confronts Randy Orton. Plus, Chris Jericho's overplays his position, Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff punishes Jonathan Coachman, and much more action.

93 min

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Raw - Feb. 02, 2004

Before facing Shawn Michaels in the main event, Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton looks to take out Mick Foley. When Chris Jericho welcomes Chris Benoit to The Highlight Reel, Y2J finds himself teaming with Christian to challenge Batista & Ric Flair for the World Tag Team Championships. Plus, Goldberg and more.

94 min

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Raw - Feb. 09, 2004

As World Heavyweight Champion Triple H prepares to sign the contract for his title defense at WrestleMania XX, an old friend shows up to break some hearts. With "Stone Cold" Steve Austin offering Goldberg a chance to get even with Brock Lesnar at No Way Out, SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman comes to Monday Night Raw with a word of warning.

90 min

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Raw - Feb. 16, 2004

While Shawn Michaels looks to settle some unfinished business in the main event, Sheriff Stone Cold Steve Austin and General Manager Eric Bischoff try to decide who will challenge Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania XX. Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton looks end his rivalry with Mick Foley and more.

93 min

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Raw - Feb. 23, 2004

Mr. McMahon makes some groundbreaking announcements for WrestleMania XX including naming "Stone Cold" Steve Austin the special referee for the match between Brock Lesnar and Goldberg. But first, the Rattlesnake must prove his officiating capabilities when The Chairman takes on Eric Bischoff in the main event. Plus, Batista and more in action.

92 min

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Raw - Mar. 01, 2004

Triple H looks to eliminate the two threats to his World Heavyweight Championship by having them face off with Batista and Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton in tag team action. But while Evolution tries to maintain their dominance, Mick Foley looks to rock their world by enlisting the help of an old friend. Plus, Rob Van Dam and more in action.

94 min

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Raw - Mar. 08, 2004

Triple H delivers a message to both challengers for his World Heavyweight Championship. Following their unforgettable reunion, The Rock 'n' Sock Connection returns to Raw for a face-to-face confrontation with Evolution. Plus, Kane is confronted by his fate, an 8-Man Tag Team Match, and more.

92 min

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Raw - Mar. 15, 2004

Mr. McMahon makes a special announcement. In retaliation for losing the World Heavyweight Championship, Triple H goes on a quest for vengeance by having Batista, Ric Flair & Randy Orton battle two enemies of Evolution in a Handicap Match. Plus, Rob Van Dam and Booker T defend the World Tag Team Championship against The Dudley Boyz and more.

94 min

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Raw - Mar. 22, 2004

The landscape of WWE is drastically altered when SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman and Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff randomly select Superstar additions to their prospective brands in the first ever WWE Draft Lottery. Mr. McMahon has Eddie Guerrero defend the WWE Championship. Plus, Evolution, Chris Jericho, and many more in action.

98 min

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Raw - Mar. 29, 2004

Triple H receives a challenge from one of Raw's newest additions, Shelton Benjamin. In an effort to discover the reasons behind her controversial actions at WrestleMania, Chris Jericho confronts Trish Stratus on an all new edition of The Highlight Reel. Plus, Tajiri battles Kane, Mick Foley issues a special challenge to Randy Orton, and much more.

97 min

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Raw - Apr. 05, 2004

When Shelton Benjamin challenges Triple H to a rematch from the previous edition of Monday Night RAW in effort to prove that his victory wasn't a fluke, Evolution responds by stacking the odds in The Game's favor. The Women of WWE compete in a Battle Royal to determine the No. 1 Contender for the Women's Championship. Plus, Kane and much more.

93 min

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Raw - Apr 12, 2004

Shelton Benjamin and others take on Evolution in the main event. Plus, Lita joins The Highlight Reel, Edge confronts Johnny Nitro, and more!

94 min

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Raw - Apr. 19, 2004

Shawn Michaels seizes an opportunity to put him back in the hunt for the World Heavyweight Championship. Edge picks a fight with Randy Orton that leads him into a Tag Team main event against Evolution's Ric Flair & Batista. Kane makes a statement to Lita. Plus, Victoria defends the Women's Championship against Molly Holly and more.

92 min

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Raw - Apr. 26, 2004

Triple H goes one-on-one with Tajiri. Shelton Benjamin takes exception to Randy Orton disrespecting another legend. Before Matt Hardy can battle Kane in retaliation for his recent assault, the Big Red Monster takes matters in his own hands. Plus, Evolution's Ric Flair & Batista go after the World Tag Team Championship and more.

94 min

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Raw - May. 03, 2004

Triple H, Batista & Randy Orton take on Shelton Benjamin, Tajiri & Edge in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. During an all new Highlight Reel, things take a dire turn for Matt Hardy after Kane reveals that he has stolen something precious to him. Plus, Shawn Michaels goes after the World Heavyweight Championship in the main event, and much more.

95 min

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Raw - May. 10, 2004

Chris Jericho faces Christian in a Steel Cage Match. When Shawn Michaels makes his presence felt during Triple H's match with Shelton Benjamin, Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff decides to punish The Heartbreak Kid. While Matt Hardy prepares for action, Kane informs Lita that time is running out. Plus, Tajiri takes on Batista and much more.

94 min

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Raw - May. 17, 2004

Batista & Randy Orton look to bring home the gold to Evolution by going after the World Tag Team Championship. Weeks of being tormented by Kane come to a head when Lita is faced with an ultimatum. Eugene has his world rocked by the return of a new friend. All this and much more.

94 min

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Raw - May. 24, 2004

Shawn Michaels' ongoing rivalry with Triple H rages on as Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff reinstates The Heartbreak Kid. When things break down on The Highlight Reel, Chris Jericho finds himself teaming with Shelton Benjamin to take on Evolution's Batista & Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton. Plus, Edge faces Ric Flair and much more.

90 min

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Raw - May. 31, 2004

Triple H sends a message to Shawn Michaels. After The Coach lures Eugene into an attack by Kane, RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff decides to make an example out of his nephew by having him go one-on-one the Big Red Machine. Plus, Shelton Benjamin takes on Randy Orton, Matt Hardy battles Garrison Cade, and much more.

94 min

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Raw - Jun. 07, 2004

Triple H orders Evolution to divide and conquer their enemies as Batista faces Shelton Benjamin in singles action before Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton goes one-on-one with The Heartbreak Kid in the main event. Eugene tries to prove himself when he takes on Eric Bischoff's apprentice, Johnny Nitro. Plus, Lita battles Gail Kim, and more.

89 min

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Raw - Jun. 14, 2004

Shawn Michaels and Triple H come face-to-face once again as Jim Ross tries to get both men to put their rivalry to rest. On a new edition of The Highlight Reel, Eugene is given a chance to meet his hero. Lita's life is forever changed after receiving some troubling news. Plus, Evolution's Ric Flair, Batista, and Randy Orton and more.

106 min

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Raw - Jun. 21, 2004

Eugene receives the opportunity of lifetime when he competes in the main event against his hero, Triple H. The future clashes with the past when The Rock and Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton come face-to-face. Matt Hardy's joy over Lita's pregnancy turns to grief after Kane makes a shocking revelation. Edge & Chris Jericho face Evolution.

97 min

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Raw - Jun. 28, 2004

After taking exception to Triple H dubiously making Eugene an honorary member of Evolution, William Regal finds himself taking on The Game in singles action with a very special guest referee. Before Kane goes after the World Heavyweight Championship in the main event, Jim Ross conducts a one-on-one interview with the Big Red Monster.

95 min

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Raw - Jul. 05, 2004

When Eugene takes control of Raw, Triple H seizes the opportunity to manipulate the new Interim-General Manager into stacking the odds in Evolution's favor. Randy Orton defends his Intercontinental Championship against Chris Jericho. Molly Holly faces Victoria and Nidia to determine the No. 1 Contender for the Women's Championship.

97 min

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Raw - Jul. 12, 2004

Eugene is given a chance to ascend to the top of WWE when Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff unexpectedly grants him an opportunity at the World Heavyweight Championship. After the sordid affair between Kane and Lita explodes on The Highlight Reel, Chris Jericho finds himself going one-on-one with the Big Red Monster. All this and more.

95 min

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Raw - Jul. 19, 2004

Following Evolution's despicable assault on Eugene, William Regal confronts Triple H and Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff. Randy Orton looks to reclaim some gold when he challenges Edge for the Intercontinental Championship. A battle between Kane and Chris Jericho proves too big for a ring to hold. Plus, the Raw Divas Search continues and more.

94 min

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Raw - Jul. 26, 2004

Triple H looks to reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship in an Iron Man Match in the main event. While The Game prepares to go the distance for gold, the rest of Evolution competes against the Superstars of Raw in an Over The Top Rope Battle Royal to determine a No. 1 Contender to face the champion at SummerSlam. All this and more.

95 min

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Raw - Aug. 02, 2004

After failing to recapture the World Heavyweight Championship thanks to Eugene, Triple H calls out his special "friend" for some payback. However, it is William Regal who ends up feeling the wrath of The Game. Tensions between Chris Jericho and Intercontinental Champion Edge boil over when Y2J invites his rival to join him on The Highlight Reel.

94 min

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Raw - Aug. 09, 2004

Following Triple H's vicious assault on William Regal, Eugene calls out The Game for a face-to-face confrontation. In an attempt to get even with Kane, Matt Hardy puts his relationship with Lita at stake by entering a dangerous contract with the Big Red Monster. Plus, Evolution competes in a Handicap Match main event and much more.

91 min

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Raw - Aug. 16, 2004

On a night where Randy Orton defends his newly won World Heavyweight Championship in a main event rematch from SummerSlam, Evolution plans an unforgettable celebration to commemorate his history-making reign. Less than a week before her wedding to Kane, Lita lets the WWE Universe know where she stands. All this and more.

94 min

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Raw - Aug. 23, 2004

The bells of unholy matrimony toll throughout the WWE Universe as Lita begrudgingly prepares to marry Kane in one of the most bizarre and unusual wedding ceremonies in WWE. After excommunicating World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton from Evolution, Triple H explains his motivations for turning on his former friend. Plus Edge and more in action.

97 min

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Raw - Aug 30, 2004

Triple H faces Eugene in a No DQ Match main event. Plus, Randy Orton sends a message to Evolution, Kane gives Lita a wedding gift, and more!

97 min

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Raw - Sep. 06, 2004

Things take an unexpected turn when Kane battles World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton in the main event. After Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff strips the recently-injured Edge of the Intercontinental Championship, Christian and Chris Jericho get an opportunity to climb for the gold at Unforgiven. Plus, Triple H faces Eugene inside a steel cage.

94 min

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Raw - Sep. 13, 2004

After crashing Triple H's celebration for becoming the new World Heavyweight Champion, Randy Orton is forced to take on Evolution in a 3-On-1 Handicap Match. The sordid marriage between Kane and Lita comes to an unexpected turning point when Gene Snitsky debuts against the Big Red Monster. Plus, the 2004 Raw Divas Search continues and more!

96 min

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Raw - Sep. 20, 2004

Evolution competes in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. After weeks of competition, the 2004 Raw Divas Search comes down to two finalists. Mr. McMahon returns to deliver some taboo news to Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff. Plus, Chris Jericho defends the Intercontinental Championship against Shawn Michaels, The Hurricane battles Tajiri, and much more.

93 min

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Raw - Sep. 27, 2004

Randy Orton's hopes of regaining the World Heavyweight Championship from Triple H at Taboo Tuesday are put in jeopardy when he is ordered to face Batista in a No Disqualification Match. Shawn Michaels and Intercontinental Champion Chris Jericho take on Christian & Tyson Tomko. Gene Snitsky refuses to take responsibility for his actions and more.

95 min

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Raw - Oct. 04, 2004

A dispute between World Heavyweight Champion Triple H and Intercontinental Champion Chris Jericho leads to both men colliding in a Lumberjack Match. Kane takes exception when Gene Snitsky reveals a shallow depth of character. Eric Bischoff again humiliates Eugene. Plus, The Hurricane and Rosey go after the World Tag Team Championships and more.

94 min

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Raw - Oct. 11, 2004

With the WWE Universe being given the opportunity to decide who will face Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at Taboo Tuesday, The Game's three potential opponents team up for main event action when they take on Evolution in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Kane goes on a rampage after hearing some disparaging comments from Gene Snitsky.

99 min

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Raw - Oct. 18, 2004

While awaiting the WWE Universe's decision on who will face Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at Taboo Tuesday, the three potential challengers meet in a Triple Threat Match. Eric Bischoff orders Eugene to face Gene Snitsky. Plus, Randy Orton & Intercontinental Champion Chris Jericho take on Evolution's Batista & Ric Flair, and more.

94 min

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Raw - Oct. 25, 2004

When Eric Bischoff takes the night off, Evolution tries to seize control of Raw, but face defiance from Raw's Superstars. Randy Orton receives an offer he can’t refuse to go one-on-one with Ric Flair in the main event for a shot the World Heavyweight Championship at Survivor Series. Plus, Edge explains his actions from Taboo Tuesday and more.

94 min

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Raw - Nov. 01, 2004

Evolution demands that order be restored to Raw. However, resistance from General Manager Eric Bischoff leads World Heavyweight Champion Triple H to abandon his allies before they take to the ring for a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Plus, Intercontinental Champion Shelton Benjamin faces Viscera, Eugene battles Gene Snitsky in a Hardcore Match, and more

96 min

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Raw - Nov. 08, 2004

With control of RAW to be decided between Team Orton and Team Triple H at Survivor Series, Batista looks to make a statement on behalf of The Game when he goes one-on-one with Randy Orton. Chris Jericho invites Lita and Women's Champion Trish Stratus to the Highlight Reel. Plus, Edge in action, Shelton Benjamin takes on Tyson Tomko, and more.

92 min

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Raw - Nov. 15, 2004

Following Team Orton's victory at Survivor Series, Maven takes control of this Raw by making several unique matches, including giving himself a chance at Triple H's World Heavyweight Championship. However, The Game makes him an offer of a lifetime. Plus, Jonathan Coachman faces Randy Orton, Lita takes on Molly Holly, and much more action.

96 min

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Raw - Nov. 22, 2004

With another member of Team Orton given control of Raw, Triple H's reign as World Heavyweight Champion is put in jeopardy when he is forced to put the title on the line in a Steel Cage Match. Plus, Trish Stratus defends the Women's Championship against Lita and Molly Holly in a Triple Threat Match, Jonathan Coachman faces Rhyno and more.

95 min

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Raw - Nov. 29, 2004

As Randy Orton assumes the role of Raw General Manager, Triple H is faced with another threat to his reign as World Heavyweight Champion when a Battle Royal is held to see who will challenge The Game for the gold in the main event. Plus, Lita & Victoria take on Molly Holly & Trish Stratus, Eugene & William Regal in action, and much more.

93 min

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Raw - Dec. 06, 2004

History is made when Trish Stratus defends the Women's Championship against Lita in the main event. After a controversial finish to last week's World Heavyweight Championship Match, Mr. McMahon gives some devastating news to Triple H on the Highlight Reel. Plus, Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental Championship against Christian and more.

90 min

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Raw - Dec. 13, 2004

With the fate of the vacant World Heavyweight Championship in his hands, Eric Bischoff announces that a new champion will be crowned at New Year's Revolution when a sinister structure returns to WWE. While continuing to torment the women of WWE, Snitsky receives some hellish news from Women's Champion Lita. Plus, Randy Orton faces Edge and more.

94 min

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Raw - Dec. 20, 2004

Join Jerry "The King" Lawler and Jonathan Coachman as they look back on Raw's best matches and moments from 2004. From Randy Orton being excommunicated from Evolution to Lita and Trish Stratus' main event battle for the Women's Championship, all the action from throughout the year is featured.

91 min

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Raw - Dec. 27, 2004

Several Raw Superstars including Chris Jericho, Triple H, Shelton Benjamin, and more try to earn the best spot in the upcoming Elimination Chamber Match for the World Heavyweight Championship by competing in a series of Beat The Clock Matches. However, General Manager Eric Bischoff throws a curve ball at the challengers' championship aspirations.

95 min