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2009

52 episodes · 5th January 2009

Expect the unexpected on Raw in 2009 as Special Guests Hosts take the reins as the power on the red brand. Don't miss such memorable Guest Hosts as Seth Green, Bob Barker, Shaquille O'Neal, and more.

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01 January 5, 2009 still January 5, 2009 Episode 15th January 2009 Randy Orton & Chris Jericho take on John Cena & Shawn Michaels in the main event. Plus, William Regal defends the Intercontinental Championship against CM Punk, World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison face Kofi Kingston & Rey Mysterio, and much more. 02 January 12, 2009 still January 12, 2009 Episode 212th January 2009 John "Bradshaw" Layfield orders Shawn Michaels to make WrestleMania come early when he goes one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion John Cena. With anticipation building over Mr. McMahon's upcoming return, Chris Jericho learns the hard way not to cross the current boss, Stephanie McMahon. Plus, Randy Orton, CM Punk, and more. 03 January 19, 2009 still January 19, 2009 Episode 319th January 2009 Mr. McMahon's return to Raw is met with a cold reception from Randy Orton. Alongside Shawn Michaels, John "Bradshaw" Layfield and World Heavyweight Champion John Cena sign the contract for their upcoming battle at the Royal Rumble. CM Punk challenges William Regal for the Intercontinental Championship in a No Disqualification Match. 04 January 26, 2009 still January 26, 2009 Episode 426th January 2009 With his victory in the 2009 Royal Rumble and recent attack on Mr. McMahon putting WWE in an unprecedented dilemma, Randy Orton takes some special precautions to prevent Stephanie McMahon from terminating his employment. Several Superstars compete for a spot in the upcoming Elimination Chamber Match at No Way Out. All this and much more. 05 February 2, 2009 still February 2, 2009 Episode 52nd February 2009 World Heavyweight Champion John Cena battles Y2J in the main event. Shane McMahon accepts Randy Orton's challenge. JBL evaluates HBK. 06 February 9, 2009 still February 9, 2009 Episode 69th February 2009 With Stephanie McMahon nearly becoming a victim of Randy Orton's unpredictable mean streak, The Undertaker comes to Raw to lay The Viper to rest. After Chris Jericho gets on the wrong side of a WWE Hall of Famer, Y2J partners with Kane & Mike Knox to take on Rey Mysterio, Kofi Kingston & World Heavyweight Champion John Cena. Plus, CM Punk and more. 07 February 16, 2009 still February 16, 2009 Episode 716th February 2009 Following his capture of the World Heavyweight Championship just hours after losing the WWE Championship at No Way Out, Edge is confronted by John Cena. Shane McMahon challenges Randy Orton to a Non-Sanctioned Fight. Plus, Rey Mysterio in action, Chris Jericho assaults a WWE Hall of Famer, and more. 08 February 23, 2009 still February 23, 2009 Episode 823rd February 2009 With Randy Orton's actions leaving a trail of McMahon family casualties in his wake, WWE Champion Triple H teaches The Viper a lesson. John Cena's quest to reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship from Edge is thwarted by Vickie Guerrero. Shawn Michaels and John "Bradshaw" Layfield clash to see who will challenge The Undertaker at WrestleMania. 09 March 2, 2009 still March 2, 2009 Episode 92nd March 2009 John Cena challenges Edge for the World Heavyweight Championship. In light of WWE Champion Triple H's recent actions, Randy Orton takes legal action against The Game. While looking to lay The Undertaker's WrestleMania Streak to rest, Shawn Michaels sets his sights on conquering another Superstar's undefeated record. All this and much more. 10 March 9, 2009 still March 9, 2009 Episode 109th March 2009 Despite being scheduled to face Legacy's Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in the main event, WWE Champion Triple H brings his rivalry with Randy Orton right to The Viper's front door. A shocking revelation helps John Cena earn his way into the upcoming World Heavyweight Championship Match at WrestleMania. Plus Chris Jericho, Undertaker, and more. 11 March 16, 2009 still March 16, 2009 Episode 1116th March 2009 Vickie Guerrero serves as the special guest referee in a bout between John Cena and World Heavyweight Champion Edge. There is no escape for Cody Rhodes when he goes one-on-one with WWE Champion Triple H inside a steel cage. Plus, Chris Jericho's recent challenge to Ric Flair is answered, Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker team up and more. 12 March 23, 2009 still March 23, 2009 Episode 1223rd March 2009 Randy Orton takes his ongoing rivalry with WWE Champion Triple H to uncomfortable limits. While The Undertaker reminds Shawn Michaels of their previous encounters, The Heartbreak Kid takes to hallowed ground to send a message to The Deadman. Plus, the participants in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match compete in an Eight-Man Tag Team Match. 13 March 30, 2009 still March 30, 2009 Episode 1330th March 2009 Randy Orton finds himself in a dangerous situation when he becomes the guest of honor at a McMahon family reunion. Before battling The Undertaker on The Grandest Stage of Them All, Shawn Michaels looks to lay The Deadman's Undefeated Streak to rest a little early. Plus, Chris Jericho battles another WWE Hall of Famer and much more. 14 April 6, 2009 still April 6, 2009 Episode 146th April 2009 Randy Orton's rivalry with the McMahon family rages on when The Viper faces Mr. McMahon in the main event. In a special WrestleMania All-Star Tag Team Match, World Heavyweight Champion John Cena partners with Jeff Hardy, Rey Mysterio, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat & CM Punk to take on Kane, Big Show, Edge, Chris Jericho & Matt Hardy. 15 April 13, 2009 still April 13, 2009 Episode 1513th April 2009 The landscape of WWE is once again reshaped as Raw hosts the 2009 WWE Draft. While Superstars from Raw, SmackDown, and ECW compete against each other to earn their brand's draft picks, the stakes are raised in a 15-Man Tri-Branded Battle Royal. Batista, Shane McMahon, and WWE Champion Triple H team up to face Legacy in a Handicap Match and more. 16 April 20, 2009 still April 20, 2009 Episode 1620th April 2009 Following the 2009 WWE Draft, Chris Jericho bids farewell to Raw by going one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion John Cena. WWE Champion Triple H battles Randy Orton in a No Disqualification Match. Batista makes an example out of Raw's newest acquisition, Kane and CM Punk clash in singles action, and much more. 17 April 27, 2009 still April 27, 2009 Episode 1727th April 2009 Batista and Big Show clash in the main event to determine the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. Randy Orton takes on United States Champion MVP. Plus, The Miz looks to make an impact at the expense of John Cena, The Brian Kendrick goes one-on-one with Kofi Kingston, and much more action. 18 May 4, 2009 still May 4, 2009 Episode 184th May 2009 When Batista and United States Champion MVP come to Shane McMahon's aid during his match against WWE Champion Randy Orton, both men try to earn their way into the main event by taking on Legacy's Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase in singles action. Despite being unable to wrestle, John Cena finally responds to The Miz's recent taunts. 19 May 11, 2009 still May 11, 2009 Episode 1911th May 2009 Batista takes on Legacy's Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in a Handicap Match. A confrontation on MVP's VIP Lounge leads to Kofi Kingston teaming with United States Champion MVP to battle Matt Hardy & William Regal. In a special Exhibition Match, The Miz battles John Cena. Plus, Beth Phoenix in action, Carlito faces The Brian Kendrick, and more. 20 May 18, 2009 still May 18, 2009 Episode 2018th May 2009 Randy Orton learns he will defend the WWE Championship against Batista in a Steel Cage Match at Extreme Rules. The Animal finds himself teaming with John Cena to take on The Viper and both members of Legacy a Handicap Match. Plus, Matt Hardy challenges MVP for the United States Championship and much more. 21 May 25, 2009 still May 25, 2009 Episode 2125th May 2009 After being forced to relocate Monday Night RAW's venue due to controversy surrounding the 2009 NBA Playoffs, WWE rebounds from this personal foul with a full-court press on the owner of the Denver Nuggets and a special 10-Man Tag Team Match main event featuring an all-star lineup of WWE's finest. 22 June 1, 2009 still June 1, 2009 Episode 221st June 2009 Before challenging Randy Orton for the WWE Championship at Extreme Rules, Batista steps inside the unforgiving Steel Cage a little early when he goes one-on-one with a member of Legacy. Fresh off of becoming No. 1 Contender for the United States Championship, Kofi Kingston challenges MVP for the gold. Plus, Matt Hardy in action and more. 23 June 8, 2009 still June 8, 2009 Episode 238th June 2009 Despite losing the WWE Championship to Batista at Extreme Rules, Randy Orton takes The Animal to the breaking point before challenging him for the gold in the main event. Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase continue to prove effective as a team when they take on Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Primo & Carlito. 24 June 15, 2009 still June 15, 2009 Episode 2415th June 2009 With Batista forced to vacate the WWE Championship due to injury, the title is up for grabs in a Fatal 4-Way Match between Triple H, Randy Orton, Big Show, and John Cena. Mr. McMahon makes an announcement that reshapes Raw. CM Punk puts the World Heavyweight Championship on the line in a Triple Threat Match against Edge and Jeff Hardy. 25 June 22, 2009 still June 22, 2009 Episode 2522nd June 2009 As the new owner of Monday Night RAW, Donald Trump vows to show the WWE Universe the appreciation that they deserve by making some drastic changes. Triple H challenges Randy Orton for the WWE Championship in a Last Man Standing Match. John Cena goes one-on-one with Big Show. Plus, CM Punk, Chris Jericho and much more. 26 June 29, 2009 still June 29, 2009 Episode 2629th June 2009 With Mr. McMahon buying back Monday Night Raw from Donald Trump, The Chairman shakes things up by introducing the first of many RAW Guest Hosts, Batista. WWE Champion Randy Orton is forced to run the Gauntlet. Several Superstars compete in a tournament to see who will face The Viper for his title at Night of Champions. 27 July 6, 2009 still July 6, 2009 Episode 276th July 2009 "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase returns as the evening's Guest Host and gives Legacy a chance to prove themselves in singles action. The Night of Champions Tournament to see who will challenge Randy Orton for the WWE Championship concludes when John Cena goes one-on-one with Triple H. Plus, Jack Swagger joins The VIP Lounge and much more. 28 July 13, 2009 still July 13, 2009 Episode 2813th July 2009 Raw Guest Host Seth Green teams up with John Cena & Triple H to take on Legacy a Six-Man Tag Team Match main event. Chavo Guerrero is forced to battle Hornswoggle with one arm tied behind his back. Primo issues a challenge to Carlito that is answered by The Miz. Plus, MVP faces Jack Swagger, Chris Jericho goes one-on-one with Mark Henry, and more. 29 July 20, 2009 still July 20, 2009 Episode 2920th July 2009 Triple H & John Cena take on WWE Champion Randy Orton and his Legacy in a Handicap Match. In honor of ZZ Top serving as Raw Guest Hosts, Hornswoggle goes one-on-one with Chavo Guerrero in a "Sharp Dressed Man Match." Plus, a Six-Man Tag Team Match, Chris Jericho in action, and much more. 30 July 27, 2009 still July 27, 2009 Episode 3027th July 2009 On the orders of Raw Guest Host Shaquille O'Neal, a series of Beat The Clock Challenges are held to see who will face Randy Orton for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam. However, the basketball legend doesn't stop there, as he serves as the Enforcer for a Tag Team Match main event between Cryme Tyme and Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show. 31 August 3, 2009 still August 3, 2009 Episode 313rd August 2009 After bringing The Miz back to the real world, Raw Guest Host Jeremy Piven concedes to his demands by having him face John Cena in a Lumberjack Match. Triple H takes on Legacy's Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in a Handicap Match. Sibling rivalry leads to Carlito going one-on-one with Primo. Plus, Jack Swagger battles Evan Bourne and much more. 32 August 10, 2009 still August 10, 2009 Episode 3210th August 2009 Big Show goes one-on-one with WWE Champion Randy Orton. Chris Jericho takes on John Cena. Triple H travels to Texas to find fellow D-Generation X member, Shawn Michaels. To secure a job on Raw, Eugene faces The Calgary Kid in a Contract On A Pole Match. Plus, MVP in action, Jack Swagger battles Evan Bourne, and much more. 33 August 17, 2009 still August 17, 2009 Episode 3317th August 2009 John Cena & WWE Champion Randy Orton take on Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show in a Lumberjack Match. Actor Freddie Prinze Jr. finds himself in hot water by serving as Raw Guest Host. Following his trip to Texas to reunite DX, Triple H returns with Shawn Michaels by his side. Plus, MVP in action and much more. 34 August 24, 2009 still August 24, 2009 Episode 3424th August 2009 Mr. McMahon celebrates his birthday with D-Generation X by partnering with Shawn Michaels & Triple H to take on WWE Champion Randy Orton and Legacy. An old rivalry is revisited when Raw Guest Host Floyd "Money" Mayweather makes his presence felt. Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show battle Mark Henry & MVP. All this and much more. 35 August 31, 2009 still August 31, 2009 Episode 3531st August 2009 Raw Guest Host Dusty Rhodes gives his son, Cody, an opportunity to challenge Randy Orton for the WWE Championship with John Cena serving as the special guest referee. While Big Show takes on Mark Henry, Chris Jericho goes one-on-one with MVP. Plus, Kofi Kingston defends the United States Championship in a Fatal 4-Way Match and more. 36 September 7, 2009 still September 7, 2009 Episode 367th September 2009 TV's Bob Barker shakes things up by serving as the evening's Guest Host. Santino Marella learns the hard way that the best things in life really aren't free. In the main event, DX battles Chris Masters & WWE Champion Randy Orton. Before facing The Viper at Breaking Point, John Cena goes one-on-one with Cody Rhodes. All this and much more. 37 September 14, 2009 still September 14, 2009 Episode 3714th September 2009 When Batista delivers a major announcement regarding the future of his in-ring career, Randy Orton finds himself facing The Animal in a No Holds Barred Match. Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Cody Rhodes. Raw Guest Host Trish Stratus teams with MVP & Mark Henry to battle Beth Phoenix and Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show and more. 38 September 21, 2009 still September 21, 2009 Episode 3821st September 2009 Raw Guest Host Cedric The Entertainer makes a Six-Man Tag Team Match main event, where WWE Champion John Cena partners with MVP & Mark Henry to take on Randy Orton and Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show. Representing D- Generation X, Triple H goes one-on-one with Legacy's Cody Rhodes. All this and much more action. 39 September 28, 2009 still September 28, 2009 Episode 3928th September 2009 Raw Guest Host Reverend Al Sharpton joins the VIP Lounge and orders Jeri-Show to defend the Unified WWE Tag Team Championships against Mark Henry & MVP. WWE Champion John Cena competes in a 3-On-1 Gauntlet Match. Before they meet in Hell in a Cell, Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase send a message to D-Generation X. Plus, Jack Swagger and more. 40 October 5, 2009 still October 5, 2009 Episode 405th October 2009 When Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show receive a lesson in team spirit from Raw Guest Host and Pittsburgh Steeler Ben Roethlisberger, Big Show & Chris Jericho find themselves competing in the main event against DX. The Miz challenges Kofi Kingston for the United States Championship. Plus, a Divas Bowl Match and much more. 41 October 12, 2009 still October 12, 2009 Episode 4112th October 2009 Problems within Legacy arise when WWE Champion Randy Orton finds himself partnering with John Cena to take on Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase. Also, dissension brews between Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show after Big Show tries to earn a spot on Team Raw at Bragging Rights by going one-on-one with SmackDown's Chris Jericho. 42 October 19, 2009 still October 19, 2009 Episode 4219th October 2009 Snoop Dogg brings his unique style to the WWE Universe as the evening's Guest Host. In what could be his final appearance on Raw, John Cena takes on Triple H. WWE Champion Randy Orton looks for some retribution on Ted DiBiase. Before they meet Team SmackDown at Bragging Rights, Team RAW warms up against another team. All this and much more. 43 October 26, 2009 still October 26, 2009 Episode 4326th October 2009 After turning on Team RAW to ensure an opportunity at The Undertaker's World Heavyweight Championship, Big Show faces Triple H in a Lumberjack Match. After losing the WWE Championship to John Cena, Randy Orton's actions cause him some vehicular damage. Kyle Busch and Joey Logano from the Joe Gibbs Racing Team serve as Guest Hosts. 44 November 2, 2009 still November 2, 2009 Episode 442nd November 2009 Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne serve as Raw Guest Hosts. WWE Champion John Cena finds himself competing in a Triple Threat Match against Big Show and Chris Jericho. A one-on-one battle between Kofi Kingston and Randy Orton turns into a Six-Man Tag Team Match. Plus, Evan Bourne challenges The Miz for the United States Championship and much more. 45 November 9, 2009 still November 9, 2009 Episode 459th November 2009 Big Show and Chris Jericho take on D-Generation X's Shawn Michaels & Triple H. Chavo Guerrero gets on the wrong side of Raw Guest Host and Boxing Champion Ricky Hatton. Plus, MVP welcomes Kofi Kingston to the VIP Lounge, Randy Orton goes one-on-one with Mark Henry, and much more. 46 November 16, 2009 still November 16, 2009 Episode 4616th November 2009 WWE Champion John Cena partners with World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker to take on D-Generation X and Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match. RAW Guest Host "Rowdy" Roddy Piper gets more than he bargained for when he challenges Mr. McMahon to face him in a Street Fight. Plus, MVP and more. 47 November 23, 2009 still November 23, 2009 Episode 4723rd November 2009 Raw Guest Host Jesse "The Governor" Ventura shakes things up by having Superstars compete in a series of matches to qualify for a Battle Royal to determine a new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. CM Punk goes one-on-one with WWE Champion John Cena. Plus, DX takes on The Hart Dynasty and much more. 48 November 30, 2009 still November 30, 2009 Episode 4830th November 2009 As the rivalry between D-Generation X and Unified WWE Tag Team Champions Jeri-Show rages on, Triple H faces Chris Jericho. With his eyes set on challenging John Cena for the WWE Championship at TLC, Sheamus turns his attention to singles action when he takes on Santino Marella. Plus, Vern Troyer serves as the Guest Host. 49 December 7, 2009 still December 7, 2009 Episode 497th December 2009 The owner of the Dallas Mavericks and RAW Guest Host Mark Cuban mediates a face-to-face confrontation between Sheamus and WWE Champion John Cena. Chris Jericho takes on Shawn Michaels & Triple H. Plus, Mark Henry challenges The Miz for the United States Championship, Randy Orton goes one-on-one with Kofi Kingston, and much more action. 50 December 14, 2009 still December 14, 2009 Episode 5014th December 2009 Special Guest Host of Raw Dennis Miller celebrates 2009's best Superstars and moments in WWE during "The Slammy Awards." John Cena, Undertaker, CM Punk, and Randy Orton compete in a 4-Superstar tournament to determine the 2009 Superstar of the Year. Plus, D-Generation X defends the Unified Tag Team Championship against Chris Jericho & Big Show. 51 December 21, 2009 still December 21, 2009 Episode 5121st December 2009 To help WWE ring in the holiday season, World Series Champion Johnny Damon serves as Raw Guest Host. While several Superstars turn to Santa Claus to grant their Christmas wishes, Big Show makes a request of his own for Old St. Nick. DX is summoned to court. Plus, WWE Champion Sheamus meets MVP in action, John Cena battles Jack Swagger, and more. 52 December 28, 2009 still December 28, 2009 Episode 5228th December 2009 Timbaland hosts the final Monday Night RAW of 2009, John Cena invokes his rematch clause to challenge Sheamus for the WWE Championship. Despite the WWE Universe's wishes, Mr. McMahon refuses to show any Hart. DX takes on Big Show & Chavo Guerrero. Plus, The Miz defends the United States Championship against Kofi Kingston and more.
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01 Freddie Prinze Jr. profile Freddie Prinze Jr.Writer 02 Vince McMahon profile Vince McMahonCreator
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