The crowd was ready to take over last night’s episode of WWE Raw from the get-go.
Abusive chants started to pick up at the very beginning when Stephanie McMahon showed up to address the crowd. They literally used insulting words which were not appropriate for a PG TV show.
From that perspective, it was definitely not something funny and not appreciated.
Good debut for Ember Moon. A nice showcase match for her. She looked great with all her stuff. Hopefully they utilize her well on the main roster. #RAW
— Wrestleview.com (@wrestleview) April 10, 2018
The series of debuts and returns were inevitable for the post-Wrestlemania episode of WWE Raw. It started with the former WWE NXT Women’s Champion, Ember Moon. It was good to see her getting the spotlight during her debut match. She pinned the former women’s champion which is quite an accolade and will set her up for future accolades.
A similar showcasing return was seen for Bobby Lashley and the other NXT superstars, as well.
We all knew it was coming, but that was a stunning announcement from Paige on her retirement. Paige gave a really nice and emotional speech about her love of the business. Powerful stuff. My heart goes out to her. She’s still so young. Nice it all came full circle in NOLA. #RAW
— Wrestleview.com (@wrestleview) April 10, 2018
The feud between Sasha Banks and Bayley continues on WWE Raw, but the heart-breaking news of Paige getting retired from the in-ring competition was also announced. It’s hard to believe she had to hang up her boots at an early age of just 24. One of the most popular superstars of this generation who can accomplish much more in her career which was cut short.
Good comeback for Samoa Joe. Joe would be an excellent rival against Brock Lesnar. The Roman Reigns promo didn’t do anything for me. I felt like last night was the night to pull the trigger. Not doing it… yikes. What are they holding off for? Not good. #RAW
— Wrestleview.com (@wrestleview) April 10, 2018
The promo delivered by Roman Reigns following the Wrestlemania loss was much cooler, as the fans did not enjoy it much. But, they did enjoy the return of Samoa Joe in the main event capacity. He is going to be huge fit for Roman Reigns’ opponent in the near future.
This is a mouth-watering rivalry that will get renewed on WWE Raw.
Huge pop for Jeff Hardy’s return. No sign of Brother Nero. Hardy looks like he’ll slide right into the Intercontinental Championship picture. Good segment all around. I particularly liked The Miz and his complaining. #RAW
— Wrestleview.com (@wrestleview) April 10, 2018
Furthermore, a standing ovation was reserved for Jeff Hardy on WWE Raw after missing six months of action due to injury. Showing up in his original character instead of Brother Nero was a major surprise for the crowd. He lived up to the expectations by giving high-flying entertainment during the main event match which ended the show on light not.
A ton of new debuts, good segments, and good matches highlight a three-hour #RAWAfterMania that just flew by. I really enjoyed myself tonight. #RAW
— Wrestleview.com (@wrestleview) April 10, 2018
Check out one of the best episodes of WWE Raw in 2018:
Looking forward to this……#RAW #RAWAfterMania pic.twitter.com/WHeCNSIyat
— Mark Hainsworth (@bcafcmark) April 10, 2018
ok this segment was actually fantastic. #RAW #RAWaftermania pic.twitter.com/2vVpz2r6Ur
— Pro Wrestling Sheet (@WrestlingSheet) April 10, 2018
“And if anyone knows about failure it’s a guy who spent a decade in TNA” – @SamoaJoe #RAW
— WWE Creative Humor (@WWECreative_ish) April 10, 2018
“If they continue to put me in matches with @BrockLesnar, the story will end with me becoming the #UniversalChampion!” – @WWERomanReigns
You can’t take the FIGHT out of #TheBigDog! #RAW #RAWAfterMania pic.twitter.com/CF9j6Devxr
— WWE (@WWE) April 10, 2018
Family reunion? #RAW #RAWAfterMania @JEFFHARDYBRAND @MATTHARDYBRAND @WWEBrayWyatt pic.twitter.com/hQ9dRG4303
— WWE (@WWE) April 10, 2018
IS THIS REAL LIFE?!?!? BOBBY LASHLEY IS BACK!!!!!! #RAW #RAWAfterMania @fightbobby pic.twitter.com/CZ48QkpR2N
— WWE (@WWE) April 10, 2018
This poor guy has been bringing this sign to events for over a decade. He never gives up, I’ll give him credit. #WWE #RAW #RAWAfterMania pic.twitter.com/kd8gk72p0b
— Aaron Rift (@aaronrift) April 10, 2018
I was waiting for you! ??@WWEEmberMoon #RAW #WWE pic.twitter.com/hWrZLMe8HS
— ASUKA / 明日華 (@WWEAsuka) April 10, 2018
I find it disgusting if WWE is using this pathetic Brock Lesnar reign as champion so he surpasses Cm Punks reign as champion. #RAW
— Rachereen Dream. (@Its0nlyRachel) April 10, 2018
Joe & AOP vs Roman & The USO’s has gotta happen #RAW pic.twitter.com/dXocG5Gfuq
— ????? ??? (@swiftfades_) April 10, 2018
After a long week, I try to relax and my heart races as I see @WWENoWayJose, @Rezar_WWE, @Akam_WWE and @WWEEmberMoon on #RAW. #WeAreNXT #NXTProud. Go get em kids.
— Matt Bloom (@NXTMattBloom) April 10, 2018
We took this quickly. I didn’t wanna get on @NiaJaxWWE‘s bad side. #RawAfterWrestlemania #WWE #RAW@AlexaBliss_WWE pic.twitter.com/grUEoGXbcr
— Sal Vulcano (@SalVulcano) April 10, 2018
GREAT touch having the entrance name chyrons give them no home. #RAW #RAWaftermania pic.twitter.com/pLJzJJKREy
— Pro Wrestling Sheet (@WrestlingSheet) April 10, 2018
Thank you @RealPaigeWWE for everything you’ve done. This will always be your house! #Raw pic.twitter.com/31Cb0RTpjI
— Brock Lesnar Guy (@BrockLesnarGuy) April 10, 2018
Who else is delighted to see Jeff Hardy back on #RAWAfterMania #Raw? pic.twitter.com/TQrgK7ayBj
— WWE Critics (@WWECritics) April 10, 2018