WWE Raw Results and Highlights Today: Sami Zayn vs. Gunther title match, CM Punk, Seth Rollins and more

Following WWE’s latest PLE, Bad Blood, Monday Night Raw was in the hype for several reasons including the highly anticipated Sami Zayn vs. Gunther match. After receiving heavy blows from Drew McIntyre, the winner of the recent Hell in a Cell match at Bad Blood, CM Punk delivered a promo. Seth Rollins made an appearance and Jey Uso vs. Xavier Woods for the Intercontinental Championship Match were the major highlights of the latest episode of Monday Night Raw on October 7.Notably, the October 7 episode of the flagship show was the first 2-hour episode in 12 years.
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In a highly anticipated night of action, Sami Zayn went for Gunther’s World Heavyweight Championship, while Jey Uso defended his Intercontinental title against Xavier Woods. In the non-title matches, Sheamus and Pete Dunne collided in a chaotic Good Ol' Fashioned Donnybrook Match. Seth "Freakin" Rollins delivered a promo, giving fans hints about what surprises he may have in store for the Visionary. Meanwhile, there was also an indication of the future of CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. Here are the complete results of the match.
CM Punk opens the first 2-hour Raw, Seth Rollins interrupted

CM Punk opened Raw as a worn-down yet victorious superstar, fresh from his brutal Hell in a Cell match against Drew McIntyre at Bad Blood. Punk addressed the fans and his future without giving anything specific.
Seth "Freakin" Rollins who recently made headlines with his surprising return, entered and brushed past Punk with barely a glance before laying down a challenge to Bronson Reed, offering the big man a shot at fame in the squared circle. Further, the Visionary asked fans to cheer for Punk and said he is rooting for Punk to get well soon so he could retire the Best in the World. Rollins, however, didn’t hide his frustration as Jey Uso interrupted his moment.
Intercontinental Championship Match: Jey Uso (c) vs. Xavier Woods

The match began with Xavier Woods taking control as he drove Jey Uso into the corner and landed several shots to the midsection. Uso countered with quick strikes as he forced Woods to adjust. After a back-and-forth exchange, Woods nailed a modified fireman’s carry slam on the floor, momentarily gaining the upper hand.
Woods kept the pressure on with a series of elbows and a delayed vertical suplex. Despite his dominance of Woods in the ring, fans weren’t behind him which left him quite confused and frustrated.
Uso battled back exchanging stiff forearms with Woods. Uso landed a perfect superkick out of mid-air. Climbing to the top rope, Uso delivered a high-flying Uso Splash to secure the victory and retain his Intercontinental Championship.
Result: Jey Uso defeated Xavier Woods to retain his Intercontinental Championship.
Good Ol’ Fashioned Donnybrook Match: Sheamus vs. Pete Dunne

The match began with Sheamus dominating early, pounding Pete Dunne with heavy strikes and a brutal Alabama Slam. Dunne fought back with a tornado DDT off whiskey barrels, turning the momentum in his favor. Going outside the ring, both men used everything from stools to tables.
Sheamus seemed in control after delivering his signature 10 Beats of the Bodhrán on top of the whiskey barrels, followed by a devastating White Noise through two tables.
Dunne launched a joint manipulation and weapon strikes, and Sheamus dug deep. Even after being handcuffed, Sheamus delivered a pump knee followed by a match-ending Brogue Kick and secured the win with both hands tied behind his back.
Result: Sheamus with the win.
10-Woman Tag Team Match

The match 10-Woman Tag Team Match of The Unholy Union (Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn) and Pure Fusion Collective (Sonya Deville, Shayna Baszler, and Zoey Stark) vs. Natalya, Zelina Vega, Lyra Valkyria, Kayden Carter, and Katana Chance; kicked off with Zoey Stark overpowering Kayden Carter and mocking Katana Chance. Chaos quickly erupted, with Lyra Valkyria and Zelina Vega delivering high-flying attacks outside the ring. Natalya showed her strength, countering a double suplex into a double DDT, creating a shift in momentum.
Zelina Vega delivered a hurricanrana and a twisting stunner on Stark. Sonya Deville's blind tag allowed her to knee Vega for a near fall. Finally, Lyra Valkyria sealed the win with a diving leg drop on Deville.
Result: Natalya, Zelina Vega, Lyra Valkyria, Kayden Carter, and Katana Chance win.
World Heavyweight Championship: Sami Zayn vs. Gunther (c)

The match began with Gunther controlling Sami Zayn, locking in a headlock and overpowering him with brutal strikes. Zayn fought back, landing a series of chops and a Blue Thunder Bomb, but Gunther’s relentless power kept him in control, using devastating blows to wear Zayn down.
Zayn delivered two Helluva Kicks that nearly secured the win. However, The Ring General revived with a crushing lariat, followed by a T-Rex Dropkick and a vicious Powerbomb. Gunther locked in a Sleeper Hold, forcing the referee to stop the match.
Result: Gunther is still the WWE World Heavyweight Champion.
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