
Raw — 2002
The wrestling landscape shifted dramatically in 2002 with the groundbreaking Brand Extension Draft, splitting WWE’s roster across Raw and SmackDown. Just when fans thought they knew what to expect, Mr. McMahon delivered a stunning twist: he brought in a familiar face from WCW – a former rival – to take charge as General Manager of Raw. A new chapter was unfolding, and it promised to be unlike anything WWE had seen before.

Triple H made his return, announcing his resolve to claim victory in the upcoming 2002 Royal Rumble. Meanwhile, the escalating feud between Mr. McMahon and Ric Flair reached a boiling point, prompting The Chairman to test the limits of The …

Triple H’s decision to postpone his return until after claiming victory at the Royal Rumble has drawn a wave of criticism. Meanwhile, Chris Jericho, the APA, and a host of other figures are also making headlines.

Barely twenty-four hours after his victory in the 2002 Royal Rumble, Triple H embarks on his path to WrestleMania, joining forces with The Rock against Kurt Angle and WWE Undisputed Champion Chris Jericho. Following a loss at the hands of R…

Rumors of Mr. McMahon's scheme to dismantle the company from within, by inviting the New World Order to do his bidding, had stirred unrest throughout the locker room. WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair sought to restrain the Chairman from such a drasti…

After Ric Flair declined Mr. McMahon's offer to repurchase his share of WWE on SmackDown, the Chairman revealed his plans for the New World Order's reintroduction to the company. In a bid to salvage her marriage, Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley …

As Triple H and Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley prepare to reaffirm their vows, a startling revelation looms, threatening to unravel their union. Meanwhile, with the chance to wrest the WWE Undisputed Championship from Chris Jericho at No Way Ou…

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin extends a personal challenge to the New World Order. The Hardy Boyz engage Lance Storm and Christian in a contest of skill. Mr. Perfect meets Kane in a clash of titans. Hollywood Hogan locks horns with The Rock. Go…

The forces of the New World Order reignited their campaign of dominance, now focusing their attention on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Scott Hall issued a challenge to the Texas Rattlesnake, setting the stage for a clash before Austin's schedu…

Inside a steel cage, Triple H will contend with Kurt Angle. Meanwhile, to compel Ric Flair to accept his WrestleMania challenge, The Undertaker turns his attention to the champion's family. The NWO aims to conclude their assault on "Stone C…

The New World Order faces off against The Rock and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in a grueling three-on-two handicap match. The escalating tension between Triple H and WWE Undisputed Champion Chris Jericho takes a dangerous turn when Jericho is…

In a landmark announcement, CEO Linda McMahon has unveiled a Brand Extension poised to fundamentally alter the future of WWE. Under this new structure, Mr. McMahon will assume stewardship of SmackDown, while Ric Flair will oversee Monday Ni…

A pivotal moment in wrestling history arrives with the inaugural WWE Draft, pitting SmackDown General Manager Mr. McMahon against RAW General Manager Ric Flair in a contest for the league’s most prized athletes. The fate of icons like The R…

With the dust settled from the first WWE Draft, a new chapter dawns on Monday Night Raw as Co-Owner Ric Flair assumes command of the company's premier program. The legendary "Nature Boy" aims to secure an exclusive contract with "Stone Cold…

Ric Flair, WWE Co-Owner, found his plans for selecting a challenger for the Undisputed Championship at Backlash thrown into disarray by the interference of Mr. McMahon. Undeterred, "The Nature Boy" offered both "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and…

In a handicap main event, The Undertaker allies himself with Scott Hall and X-Pac of the NWO to challenge Bradshaw and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. The Hardy Boyz will battle Booker T and Goldust. Paul Heyman plots a surprise for Brock Lesnar…

Driven by a thirst for retribution, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin sets his sights on the NWO. Meanwhile, Triple H seeks his own vengeance, focusing his attention on The Undertaker. Elsewhere, Brock Lesnar’s relentless assault continues with a t…

Following his defection to the NWO after betraying "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Co-Owner Ric Flair once again attempts to orchestrate events, positioning himself as referee for the match between the Rattlesnake and Bradshaw against Scott Hall…

The enigmatic NWO has announced a startling revelation poised to fundamentally alter the landscape of Raw. The Undertaker's quest for the WWE Undisputed Championship takes a devastating turn when Hulk Hogan orchestrates a surprising interve…

For the WWE Undisputed Championship, Ric Flair throws down the gauntlet to Hulk Hogan in a No Disqualification bout. However, as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin interferes with his plans, "The Nature Boy" redirects the contest, compelling Hogan t…

Rob Van Dam steps forward to challenge WWE Undisputed Champion The Undertaker for the championship. Following a forced absence dictated by WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin finds himself embroiled in a predicament at a local…

Eddie Guerrero will defend his Intercontinental Championship in a grueling Ladder match against Rob Van Dam. Bubba Ray Dudley seeks retribution with a confrontation against Brock Lesnar. Meanwhile, X-Pac and Booker T of the NWO square off a…

In a clash of titans, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin confronts Ric Flair. Brock Lesnar and Eddie Guerrero unite to challenge Bubba Ray Dudley and Intercontinental Champion Rob Van Dam. A wave of disappointment washes over the arena as Kevin Nash…

A surprising proposition arrives for Ric Flair: a No Holds Barred Match against Mr. McMahon, the prize being complete control of WWE. In a King of the Ring Qualification bout, Brock Lesnar clashes with Bubba Ray Dudley. Meanwhile, Shawn Mic…

After a period of quiet, Mr. McMahon addresses the departure of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, only to find his world irrevocably altered by the reappearance of a legendary figure. The upcoming event features a King of the Ring Quarterfinal mai…

Tonight, Mr. McMahon issues a challenge to the Raw roster: a test of their most savage instincts. The main event will see Intercontinental Champion Rob Van Dam face Brock Lesnar, the 2002 King of the Ring. Also scheduled: Booker T and Goldu…

With Paul Heyman’s relentless deployment of Brock Lesnar, Ric Flair finds himself tasked with halting the wrestler's destructive trajectory. Discontent is stirring within the ranks of the New World Order, but Shawn Michaels proposes a resol…

A figure from the shadowy New World Order reaches out to an old acquaintance, setting the stage for an alliance with two prominent, unconventional performers. They will face off against Booker T, Goldust, Rob Van Dam, Bubba Ray Dudley, and …

The WWE Universe is stunned as Mr. McMahon makes a startling announcement: a former adversary will now serve as the General Manager of Raw. In the main event, Brock Lesnar and WWE Undisputed Champion The Undertaker face off against Ric Flai…

General Manager Eric Bischoff makes a grand introduction of Triple H to the company, with Shawn Michaels positioned as his manager. However, when The Undertaker takes issue with his new superior, Triple H swiftly asserts his authority. Mean…

Eric Bischoff, the General Manager, unveiled several new developments for his promotion. Following a recent act of treachery by Triple H, Shawn Michaels embarks on a quest for vengeance against The Game. Meanwhile, Ric Flair faces off in a …

With Triple H determined to uncover the identity of the attacker who brutally assaulted Shawn Michaels, the details surrounding this vicious attack begin to surface. Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff arranges a satellite meeting between Tri…

In a clash of titans, Triple H will face The Undertaker in a battle for the coveted opportunity to challenge Brock Lesnar for the WWE Undisputed Championship. And that's not all – watch for RVD, Jeff Hardy, and other stars in a night of unf…

In the main event, a No Disqualification bout pits Triple H against WWE Undisputed Champion The Rock. Meanwhile, Shawn Michaels asserts his readiness for a challenge, offering a demonstration to The Game. Elsewhere on the card, The Undertak…

Brock Lesnar makes his return to Monday Night Raw, while in the main event, Triple H and The Undertaker clash in a battle for the opportunity to become the top contender for the championship. But the evening takes a turn when SmackDown Gene…

Responding to Stephanie McMahon's decision to confine Brock Lesnar and his Undisputed Championship to the SmackDown brand, Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff etched his name in wrestling history by announcing a new Heavyweight Championship, …

Rob Van Dam, Intercontinental Champion, faces a formidable challenge in a Fatal Four-Way Elimination main event against Chris Jericho, Big Show, and Jeff Hardy – the prize being the coveted No. 1 Contender spot for the World Championship. T…

At Unforgiven, Rob Van Dam will test Triple H's reign as World Heavyweight Champion, but first, "Mr. Monday Night" faces a challenge for the Intercontinental Championship from Chris Jericho. Meanwhile, Triple H himself will defend his title…

Following his intervention at Unforgiven, preventing Rob Van Dam from claiming the World Heavyweight Championship from Triple H, a shift occurs in the dynamic between Ric Flair and Triple H. The two men begin to align, uniting against Bubba…

Bubba Ray Dudley takes advantage of a chance to challenge Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship, while Kane embarks on a separate path, contesting the Intercontinental Championship against Chris Jericho. Eric Bischoff intends to d…

Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff unveils a new premise: a world where chance dictates the unfolding action. The Superstars of Raw will now compete in a series of unpredictable matches, the selection of which will be determined by a game of…

In a clash of titans, World Heavyweight Champion Triple H faces Rob Van Dam in a brutal Canadian Lumberjack Match. Meanwhile, Intercontinental Champion Kane addresses the shocking accusations leveled against Triple H. Elsewhere on the card,…

As Kane gears up for his World Heavyweight Championship challenge against Triple H at No Mercy, the champion orchestrates a cruel and deeply divisive act of humiliation, a moment that would forever etch itself into the annals of Raw's most …

Though he triumphed over Kane at No Mercy, World Heavyweight Champion Triple H intends to finally conclude his feud with the Big Red Machine in a Casket Match. But the champion may face disappointment, as a former associate returns seeking …

As his championship reign hangs in the balance due to the unprecedented Elimination Chamber Match at Survivor Series, Triple H seeks clarity regarding Shawn Michaels' future with WWE. Meanwhile, The Game and Chris Jericho face off against B…

With the inaugural Elimination Chamber Match for the World Heavyweight Championship looming at Survivor Series, Shawn Michaels asserts his position within the competition, while Triple H battles Booker T in the main event. Amidst ongoing te…

Shawn Michaels begins his championship reign as World Heavyweight Champion facing three formidable challengers. The contest for the coveted No. 1 Contender spot will see Rob Van Dam clash with Booker T and Chris Jericho in a high-stakes Tri…

Shawn Michaels will defend his World Heavyweight Championship in a contest against Rob Van Dam. Trish Stratus will challenge Victoria for the Women's Championship, seeking to reclaim her title. Meanwhile, Batista sets his sights on Kane for…

The simmering animosity between Triple H and Shawn Michaels intensifies as the latter assumes the role of Special Guest Referee for Triple H’s pivotal match against Rob Van Dam. The stakes are high: the victor will earn the coveted position…

At Armageddon, Eric Bischoff has added a condition to Triple H's defense of the World Heavyweight Championship against Shawn Michaels. Also featured: Kane, Y2J, and other notable performers.

A familiar challenge is issued to Shawn Michaels by one of his most devoted fans. As Triple H basks in the glow of his championship victory, Scott Steiner makes an appearance to remind him precisely why he chose to join Raw. Elsewhere, Chri…

As the holidays approach, RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff intends to deliver a harsh fate to Jim Ross and Jerry "The King" Lawler, compelling them to compete as a tag team in the main event against Lance Storm and William Regal. Meanwhile…

With the year 2002 drawing to a close, Jonathan Coachman and Terri revisit some of WWE's most compelling contests and enduring moments. They recount the clash between The Rock and Hollywood Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania X8, and the highly anti…


