Season
Raw: 2011
Overview
The Rock returns. CM Punk throws a pipe bomb. A tournament to crown a new WWE Champion. Dolph Ziggler meets Hugh Jackman's fist. All this and more make 2011 an unforgettable year on Raw.
Details
- Series
- Raw
- Season
- Season 19
- Air date
- 2011-01-03
- Episodes
- 52 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: Raw - Jan. 03, 2011
The first Raw of 2011 begins with The Miz defending the WWE Championship against John Morrison in a Falls Count Anywhere Match. Before battling Randy Orton and King Sheamus in a Triple Threat Steel Cage Match main event to determine a new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Title, Wade Barrett's reign as leader of The Nexus is contested by CM Punk.
Episode 2: Raw - Jan. 10, 2011
As CM Punk takes control of his New Nexus, John Cena returns to issue a challenge to The Straight Edge Superstar. Jerry "The King" Lawler & Randy Orton take on Alex Riley & WWE Champion The Miz. When the first inductee of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2011 is announced, Alberto Del Rio gets a real kick out of the situation. Plus, R-Truth and more.
Episode 3: Raw - Jan. 17, 2011
With the largest Royal Rumble Match ever rapidly approaching, several Raw Superstars look to stake their claim in the upcoming contest. Despite the members of his New Nexus being banned from ringside, CM Punk faces John Cena in the main event. Plus, The Usos challenge Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov for the WWE Tag Team Championship and more.
Episode 4: Raw - Jan. 24, 2011
The Anonymous RAW General Manager looks to make CM Punk rethink his plans about using his New Nexus to help win the Royal Rumble by ordering John Cena to serve as the special guest referee in a main event bout between The Straight Edge Superstar and the leader of The Corre, Wade Barrett. WWE Champion The Miz faces World Heavyweight Champion Edge.
Episode 5: Raw - Jan. 31, 2011
After Alberto Del Rio uses his victory in the 2011 Royal Rumble Match to go challenge Edge for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania XXVII, Raw Superstars compete in a special RAW Rumble main event to see who will challenge The Miz for the WWE Championship. Plus, Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov defend the Tag Team Championship.
Episode 6: Raw - Feb. 07, 2011
As the road to WrestleMania gets underway, Mr. McMahon returns to make an announcement regarding The Grandest Stage of Them All. Randy Orton looks to take out the New Nexus, CM Punk goes one-on-one with John Cena. Jerry "The King" Lawler partners with Daniel Bryan to face WWE Champion The Miz & Ted DiBiase. All this and more.
Episode 7: Raw - Feb. 14, 2011
While the Road to WrestleMania prepares to go through Elimination Chamber, the WWE Universe gets electrified when The Rock is introduced to be the Guest Host for The Showcase of the Immortals. WWE Champion The Miz goes one-on-one with his former NXT pupil and the current United States Champion Daniel Bryan. Plus, John Cena battles CM Punk and more.
Episode 8: Raw - Feb. 21, 2011
John Cena addresses some disparaging comments made by The Rock. On a night where the bell tolls for the return of The Undertaker, the WWE Universe is left in awe when another Superstar shows up with a symbolic challenge to The Deadman. Plus, CM Punk clashes with John Morrison in one-on-one action, King / Sheamus battles Mark Henry, and much more.
Episode 9: Raw - Feb. 28, 2011
With his silent challenge to The Undertaker still echoing throughout the WWE Universe, Triple H explains his motivations behind wanting to conquer The Deadman's streak. While The Rock's insults toward him continue from The Great One's home, John Cena takes to the ring for main event competition against Alex Riley inside a Steel Cage.
Episode 10: Raw - Mar. 07, 2011
The rivalry between John Cena and The Rock picks up when Cena takes the gloves off to speak out about the so-called People's Champion. Plus, The Undertaker vows to make Triple H rest in peace on The Grandest Stage of Them All, CM Punk in action, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin returns, and much more.
Episode 11: Raw - Mar. 14, 2011
WWE Champion The Miz looks to stand out in the rivalry between The Rock and the challenger for his title, John Cena. Daniel Bryan puts the United States Championship on the line against Sheamus. Michael Cole makes things personal in his rivalry with Jerry Lawler by welcoming a member of The King's family back to WWE. All this and more.
Episode 12: Raw - Mar. 21, 2011
In John Cena's absence, The Miz takes it upon himself to rewrite history by unveiling a new design for the WWE Championship that he will be defending at WrestleMania. While continuing to go through The New Nexus on the way to facing CM Punk on The Grandest Stage of Them All, Randy Orton goes one-on-one with Rey Mysterio. All this and more.
Episode 13: Raw - Mar. 28, 2011
With WrestleMania just days away, WWE Champion The Miz gets involved in a confrontation between The Rock and John Cena. As Triple H readies to break The Undertaker's undefeated streak, The Game receives some words of wisdom from an old friend. Christian & World Heavyweight Champion Edge face Alberto Del Rio & Brodus Clay and more.
Episode 14: Raw - Apr. 04, 2011
After failing to defeat The Miz to capture the WWE Championship at WrestleMania thanks to The Rock, John Cena comes face-to-face with The Great One in a history-making moment. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin introduces the WWE Universe to a group of men and women who will compete for a WWE contract on the next season of Tough Enough and much more.
Episode 15: Raw - Apr. 11, 2011
The WWE Universe says goodbye to one of the most talented WWE Superstars ever when World Heavyweight Champion Edge announces his retirement from competition in an emotional farewell address. John Cena, Randy Orton, Dolph Ziggler, R-Truth, and John Morrison compete in a Gauntlet Match to determine a new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship.
Episode 16: Raw - Apr. 18, 2011
With both R-Truth and John Cena set to challenge The Miz for the WWE Championship inside a Steel Cage at Extreme Rules, Truth decides to gamble his position by defending his status as No. 1 Contender against John Morrison. In the main event, CM Punk and Randy Orton face each other in rematch from their battle at WrestleMania and much more.
Episode 17: Raw - Apr. 25, 2011
While the 2011 WWE Draft looks to reshape the landscapes of both SmackDown and Raw, a Six-Man Tag Team Match sees the newest draftees to each brand compete against each other. Plus, Randy Orton vows to put CM Punk to sleep at Extreme Rules, Sir Michael Cole takes on Jim Ross, and much more.
Episode 18: Raw - May. 02, 2011
The Rock celebrates his birthday in a huge way with the WWE Universe. After losing the WWE Championship at Extreme Rules, The Miz looks to regain what he lost by challenging John Cena for the gold. R-Truth continues to embrace a more unpredictable side when he targets John Morrison. Plus, Kane faces Mason Ryan, Rey Mysterio in action, and more.
Episode 19: Raw - May. 09, 2011
R-Truth continues to slip further into insanity when the Anonymous RAW General Manager neglects to include him in a Triple Threat Match to determine a new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. While waiting to see who will challenge him for his title, WWE Champion John Cena takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Alex Riley and more.
Episode 20: Raw - May. 16, 2011
With John Cena selecting to defend the WWE Championship against The Miz in an "I Quit" Match at Over the Limit, the Anonymous RAW General Manager allows The Miz to choose both the stipulation and the opponent to battle to Cena in the main event. Plus, Kharma arrives to make an impact, CM Punk takes on United States Champion Kofi Kingston, and more.
Episode 21: Raw - May. 23, 2011
After returning to congratulate Jerry "The King" Lawler on his victory over Michael Cole at Over the Limit, Bret Hart finds himself serving as the special guest referee when WWE Champion John Cena & Rey Mysterio face R-Truth & CM Punk in the main event. While being scolded by The Miz, Alex Riley decides to make a change. Plus, Evan Bourne and more.
Episode 22: Raw - May. 30, 2011
In response to R-Truth's beliefs of a conspiracy against him, the Anonymous Raw General Manager gives him a main event bout against WWE Champion John Cena. Just as her tenure in WWE is set to begin, Kharma makes a shocking announcement regarding her career. Michael Cole confronts Alex Riley. Plus, Dolph Ziggler, Kofi Kingston, and more.
Episode 23: Raw - Jun. 06, 2011
On a night where WWE Hall of Famer "Stone Cold" Steve Austin announces the winner of Tough Enough, The Rattlesnake serves as the special guest referee when Alex Riley partners with WWE Champion John Cena to take on the unlikely duo of The Miz & R-Truth in the main event. In a rematch from their previous encounter, CM Punk and Rey Mysterio face off.
Episode 24: Raw - Jun. 13, 2011
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin takes control Raw. While Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown find themselves at the mercy of The Rattlesnake, CM Punk's Nexus is banned from ringside when he takes on WWE Champion John Cena in the main event. A confrontational Piper's Pit leads to The Miz and "Rowdy" Roddy Piper facing off in match. All this and more.
Episode 25: Raw - Jun. 20, 2011
On a Power to the People edition of Raw, the WWE Universe is given the opportunity to make the matches. From choosing Kane and Mark Henry to meet in an Arm Wrestling Contest to having CM Punk battle Alberto Del Rio and Rey Mysterio in a Falls Count Anywhere Match for a chance at the WWE Championship, control is truly in the hands of the fans.
Episode 26: Raw - Jun. 27, 2011
On a night where everything is left up to chance with Raw Roulette deciding the stipulations of every match, the WWE Universe expects the unexpected. However, nothing will prepare the WWE Universe for what CM Punk has to say when The Straight Edge Superstar sits down to give everyone a piece of his mind. Plus, John Cena and more.
Episode 27: Raw - Jul. 04, 2011
With CM Punk's controversial statements causing his suspension, WWE Champion John Cena calls on Mr. McMahon to reinstate The Straight Edge Superstar. While the WWE Universe awaits The Chairman's decision, Alberto Del Rio, R-Truth, and Rey Mysterio compete in a Triple Threat Match to determine a new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship.
Episode 28: Raw - Jul. 11, 2011
CM Punk returns to negotiate a new WWE contract with Mr. McMahon. While The Straight Edge Superstar proclaims himself to be "The Voice of the Voiceless," WWE Champion John Cena takes exception to his rivals apparent hypocrisy. The participants in the upcoming Money in the Bank Ladder Match compete in a Six-Man Tag Team Match and more.
Episode 29: Raw - Jul. 18, 2011
With CM Punk leaving the company after capturing the WWE Championship at Money in the Bank, Mr. McMahon initiates a tournament to crown a new WWE Champion and vows to punish John Cena for failing to defeat The Straight Edge Superstar. However, The Chairman's plans backfire when another member of the McMahon family returns to restore order.
Episode 30: Raw - Jul. 25, 2011
After the WWE Championship Tournament concludes in a bout between Rey Mysterio and The Miz, Chief Operating Officer Triple H announces that John Cena will challenge the new champion for the gold in the main event. However, the state of the WWE Championship descends into chaos when another Superstar stakes his claim in the title picture.
Episode 31: Raw - Aug. 01, 2011
With CM Punk's return causing controversy in the WWE Championship picture, Chief Operating Officer Triple H sets out to decide whether The Straight Edge Superstar or John Cena has a better claim to the WWE Championship. United States Champion Dolph Ziggler tries to gain the WWE Universe's respect. Plus, Alberto Del Rio faces Evan Bourne and more.
Episode 32: Raw - Aug. 08, 2011
While John Cena and CM Punk each proclaim themselves to be the sole WWE Champion, Chief Operating Officer Triple H inserts himself in their upcoming SummerSlam bout to ensure that only one man will hold the gold. But before Punk and Cena sign the contract for their confrontation, both men compete in singles action.
Episode 33: Raw - Aug. 15, 2011
Following a controversial SummerSlam that saw CM Punk lose the WWE Championship thanks to interference from Kevin Nash, Chief Operating Officer Triple H denies any involvement in his longtime friend's actions. Alberto Del Rio defends the WWE Championship against Rey Mysterio. Plus, Jack Swagger faces Alex Riley, and much more.
Episode 34: Raw - Aug. 22, 2011
CM Punk makes a mistake that costs him dearly when he confronts Kevin Nash once again. While waiting to see who will challenge him for his title, Alberto Del Rio goes one-on-one with John Morrison. Michael McGillicutty & David Otunga defend the WWE Tag Team Championship against Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne. All this and much more.
Episode 35: Raw - Aug. 29, 2011
Triple H makes an announcement that changes the future of Raw while the controversy surrounding his involvement in the rivalry between Kevin Nash and CM Punk leads The Game to make an important decision. John Cena partners with Sheamus to take on Mark Henry & Christian in a Tag Team Match. Plus, Sin Cara battles Jack Swagger and much more.
Episode 36: Raw - Sep. 05, 2011
The ongoing issues involving CM Punk, Kevin Nash, and Triple H lead the Chief Operating Officer of WWE to fire his longtime friend. While The Game looks to do what's best for business, The Straight Edge Superstar to goes one-on-one with R-Truth. Plus, John Cena, Sheamus, John Morrison, and more compete in a Tag Team Elimination Match.
Episode 37: Raw - Sep. 12, 2011
With his career as Chief Operating Officer on the line at Night of Champions, Triple H comes face-to-face with CM Punk to let him know that their problems are about more than just business. A verbal altercation leads to John Cena teaming up with Bret Hart to take on WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio and his personal ring announcer Ricardo Rodriguez.
Episode 38: Raw - Sep. 19, 2011
After feeling the result of the power struggle between John Laurinaitis and Triple H, CM Punk partners with WWE Champion John Cena against Awesome Truth. Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman enlists Zack Ryder to go one-on-one with United States Champion Dolph Ziggler. Mark Henry looks to make an example out of someone. All this and much more.
Episode 39: Raw - Sep. 26, 2011
While several disgruntled WWE Superstars confront COO Triple H about their recent issues, The Game looks puts his employees to the test with in-ring competition. Before defending the WWE Championship against CM Punk and Alberto Del Rio at Hell in a Cell, John Cena gets a front row seat to watch his two opponents battle each other in the main event.
Episode 40: Raw - Oct. 03, 2011
When Triple H's tenure as Chief Operating Officer is once again criticized by a handful of disgruntled WWE Superstars, he orders those unhappy with his leadership to compete in a 12-Man Tag Team Match main event. Plus, Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre meet in singles action, John Morrison takes on World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry, and more.
Episode 41: Raw - Oct. 10, 2011
Despite the vast majority of WWE Superstars walking out in protest of Triple H's role as Chief Operating Officer, The Game assembles Sheamus, John Cena, and CM Punk to help him run this edition of Raw. However, order is once again restored when Mr. McMahon returns to name a new Interim RAW General Manager. Plus, Mark Henry takes on Randy Orton.
Episode 42: Raw - Oct. 17, 2011
After offering Jim Ross a public apology for firing him, John Laurinaitis orders John Cena & Good Ol' JR to team up against Michael Cole & WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio. With Triple H in his corner, CM Punk faces The Miz. World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry, Christian & Cody Rhodes compete in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. All this and more!
Episode 43: Raw - Oct. 24, 2011
With The Miz and R-Truth costing him a shot at reclaiming the WWE Championship at Vengeance, John Cena has payback on his mind. In an effort to earn the respect of CM Punk, John Laurinaitis gives CM Punk an opportunity to challenge Alberto Del Rio for the WWE Championship. Kevin Nash uses a sledgehammer to stab Triple H in the back and more.
Episode 44: Raw - Oct. 31, 2011
As The Rock answers John Cena's request to be his partner at Survivor Series, Cena takes to the ring to battle The Miz. After WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio interferes in CM Punk's match against World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry, The Straight Edge Superstar returns the favor during Del Rio's battle with Big Show. Plus, The Muppets and much more.
Episode 45: Raw - Nov. 07, 2011
Despite The Rock accepting his request to team up with him against Awesome Truth at Survivor Series, John Cena enlists Zack Ryder to be his partner in the main event of this edition of Raw. Alberto Del Rio asks John Laurinaitis to cancel his upcoming WWE Championship defense against CM Punk. Kevin Nash addresses his recent attack on Triple H.
Episode 46: Raw - Nov. 14, 2011
While John Cena receives an unusual present from Mick Foley, The Rock returns to come face-to-face with his Survivor Series partner and size-up their opponents. Michael Cole finds himself in an uncomfortable position when he meets Jim Ross in a special challenge. Big Show & CM Punk face Mark Henry & Alberto Del Rio. All this and more action.
Episode 47: Raw - Nov. 21, 2011
CM Punk begins his reign as WWE Champion by facing United States Champion Dolph Ziggler. Despite a successful victory alongside The Rock, John Cena learns that his problems with Awesome Truth are not over. In the main event, Wade Barrett goes one-on-one with Kofi Kingston. Plus, Santino Marella faces Intercontinental Champion Cody Rhodes and more.
Episode 48: Raw - Nov. 28, 2011
John Cena is put to the test when "Rowdy" Roddy Piper welcomes him to Piper's Pit. Alberto Del Rio looks to reclaim the WWE Championship by challenging CM Punk for the gold. In a Falls Count Anywhere Match, The Miz battles his former partner John Morrison. Plus, Randy Orton and United States Champion Dolph Ziggler face off and more.
Episode 49: Raw - Dec. 05, 2011
With The Miz, John Cena, and Alberto Del Rio each looking for a chance at the WWE Championship, John Laurinaitis gives all three men a chance to challenge CM Punk for the gold at TLC if they can first defeat their assigned opponents. Kevin Nash faces Santino Marella. Divas Champion Beth Phoenix & Natalya take on Eve Torres & Kelly Kelly, and more.
Episode 50: Raw - Dec. 12, 2011
Witness WWE honor the most unforgettable moments and superstars from 2011 as the Monday Night RAW Super Show hosts The Slammy Awards. Amidst the celebration of the year's best and worst, WWE's finest are in action including John Cena, Randy Orton, and many more.
Episode 51: Raw - Dec. 19, 2011
Episode 52: Raw - Dec. 26, 2011