WWE Raw Review - Roman Reigns & Jacob Fatu Go To War Again! - Matches Made For Saturday Night's Main Event! - Oba Femi DESTROYS Los Garzas - What's Going On With Sol Ruca? - Can The Street Profits Trust Seth Rollins?!
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The WhatCulture Wrestling podcast delivers a scathing review of a recent WWE Raw episode, calling it 'bleak,' 'mediocre,' and 'impervious to analysis.' Hosts Michael Sidgwick and Michael Hamford express deep frustration with the lack of compelling storytelling, weak matches, and a general sense of creative stagnation across the show. They highlight the underwhelming Intercontinental Championship four-way involving Ethan Page, Javon Evans, Rusev, and Penta, criticizing the lack of chemistry and audience engagement. The segment on Oba Femi's dominant squash of Los Garzas stands out as a rare highlight, praised for its creativity and execution. The main event between Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu is acknowledged as the only moment with genuine heat, setting up a Clash in Italy showdown. The hosts lament WWE's current direction, questioning the viability of the 'Stars and Stories' model and suggesting the promotion has lost its way, with stars failing to elevate matches and storylines lacking momentum. Despite some moments of dark humor and fan commentary, the overall sentiment is one of disappointment and existential doubt about the future of WWE TV.
WWE Raw has fallen into a post-WrestleMania slump with no compelling storylines or standout matches.
The Intercontinental Championship segment was a mess, with Ethan Page's debut feeling awkward and unconvincing.
Oba Femi's squash of Los Garzas was the episode's only truly memorable and well-executed moment.
Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu sets up a major clash at Clash in Italy, but the build feels underwhelming.
WWE's current 'Stars and Stories' model is failing, with stars not elevating matches and storylines lacking connection.
Introduction and Raw's Creative Crisis
The hosts open with a critical assessment of the recent Raw episode, calling it 'bleak and mediocre' and questioning the show's overall direction and purpose. They express frustration with the lack of compelling content and the sense that WWE has lost its creative edge.
The Intercontinental Championship Four-Way Fiasco
The hosts dissect the Intercontinental Championship four-way match, criticizing the lack of chemistry between Ethan Page, Javon Evans, Rusev, and Penta. They highlight the awkward promo work, especially Ethan Page's debut, and the overall lack of audience engagement.
Oba Femi's Masterclass Squash
“It was amazing wasn't it? It's like we've lost all perspective of how difficult this is, how incredible it is, how much it looks like it hurts.”
The Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu Main Event
“Roman and the Usos are stood by the barricade that always breaks but you can't see them. So Jacob just like launches his body like a bowling ball hitting like a ball hitting the pins.”
WWE's Identity Crisis and the Future of TV
The hosts deliver a broader critique of WWE's current state, questioning the viability of the 'Stars and Stories' model and suggesting the promotion has lost its way. They express existential doubt about the future of WWE TV.
“Roman and the Usos are stood by the barricade that always breaks but you can't see them. So Jacob just like launches his body like a bowling ball hitting like a ball hitting the pins.”
“It was amazing wasn't it? It's like we've lost all perspective of how difficult this is, how incredible it is, how much it looks like it hurts.”
“It's like we've lost all perspective of how difficult this is, how incredible it is, how much it looks like it hurts.”
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Roman Reigns
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Jacob Fatu
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Michael Sidgwick
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Michael Hamford
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Oba Femi
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Seth Rollins
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Ethan Page
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Javon Evans
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Penta
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Rusev
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