Raw: 2002
A new era begins in 2002 as the Brand Extension Draft divides WWE Superstars between Raw and SmackDown. Mr. McMahon shocks the WWE Universe by hiring his former arch nemesis from WCW as Raw's General Manager.
Season 10 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Raw Season 9.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
A new era begins in 2002 as the Brand Extension Draft divides WWE Superstars between Raw and SmackDown. Mr. McMahon shocks the WWE Universe by hiring his former arch nemesis from WCW as Raw's General Manager.
Episode Guide
Season 10 Progress Shield
Raw - Jan. 07, 2002
Jan 7, 2002 · 91 min
Triple H returns and declares his intentions to win the 2002 Royal Rumble Match. While the rivalry between Mr. McMahon and Ric Flair continues to escalate, The Chairman decides to
Raw - Jan 14, 2002
Jan 14, 2002 · 93 min
Triple H's plans to not compete until winning the Royal Rumble earn him some negative attention. Plus, Chris Jericho, APA, and many more!
Raw - Jan. 21, 2002
Jan 21, 2002 · 96 min
Just 24 hours after winning the 2002 Royal Rumble Match, Triple H begins his road to WrestleMania by teaming with The Rock to take on Kurt Angle and WWE Undisputed Champion Chris J
Raw - Jan. 28, 2002
Jan 28, 2002 · 98 min
With Mr. McMahon's plans of bringing in the New World Order to kill his own company causing a stir within the locker room, WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair tries to dissuade The Chairman fro
Raw - Feb. 04, 2002
Feb 4, 2002 · 94 min
Following Co-Owner Ric Flair's refusal to sell his half of WWE back to Mr. McMahon on SmackDown, The Chairman reveals when he will inject the New World Order into his company. In e
Raw - Feb. 11, 2002
Feb 11, 2002 · 95 min
As Triple H and Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley look to renew their wedding vows, a shocking revelation threatens to bring the wedding bells crashing down. With an opportunity to take t
Raw - Feb. 18, 2002
Feb 18, 2002 · 96 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin issues a special challenge to the NWO. The Hardy Boyz battle Lance Storm & Christian. Mr. Perfect faces Kane. Hollywood Hogan confronts The Rock. Goldust
Raw - Feb. 25, 2002
Feb 25, 2002 · 96 min
The New World Order continues their reign of terror by turning their attention to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin as Scott Hall issues a challenge to the Texas Rattlesnake before he batt
Raw - Mar. 04, 2002
Mar 4, 2002 · 90 min
Triple H faces Kurt Angle in a steel cage. In order to force Ric Flair into accepting his challenge to a match at WrestleMania, The Undertaker sets his sights on "The Nature Boy"'s
Raw - Mar. 11, 2002
Mar 11, 2002 · 93 min
The NWO battles The Rock & "Stone Cold" Steve Austin 3-on-2 Handicap Match. The rivalry between Triple H and WWE Undisputed Champion Chris Jericho gets personal when The Game's pri
Raw - Mar. 18, 2002
Mar 18, 2002 · 95 min
CEO Linda McMahon makes an historic announcement that will reshape the landscape of WWE for years to come with a Brand Extension that will see Mr. McMahon taking control of SmackDo
Raw - Mar. 25, 2002
Mar 25, 2002 · 95 min
History is made as the first ever WWE Draft pits SmackDown General Manager Mr.McMahon against RAW General Manager Ric Flair in a battle over the superstars that will belong to thei
Raw - Apr. 01, 2002
Apr 1, 2002 · 94 min
Following the first WWE Draft, a new era begins on Monday Night Raw as Co-Owner Ric Flair takes the helm of WWE's flagship show. While "The Nature Boy" looks to sign "Stone Cold" S
Raw - Apr. 08, 2002
Apr 8, 2002 · 94 min
With Mr. McMahon disrupting WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair's plans to name an opponent for the WWE Undisputed Championship at Backlash, "The Nature Boy" gives both "Stone Cold" Steve Austi
Raw - Apr. 15, 2002
Apr 15, 2002 · 93 min
The Undertaker teams with the NWO's Scott Hall & X-Pac to take on Bradshaw & "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in a Handicap main event. The Hardy Boyz face Booker T & Goldust. Paul Heyman
Raw - Apr. 22, 2002
Apr 22, 2002 · 91 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks for payback on the NWO. Triple H looks for revenge of his own as he targets The Undertaker. Plus, Brock Lesnar's path of destruction continues as he
Raw - Apr. 29, 2002
Apr 29, 2002 · 91 min
With Big Show aligned with the NWO after turning on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Co-Owner Ric Flair again tries to set things acting as referee when the Rattlesnake & Bradshaw take o
Raw - May. 06, 2002
May 6, 2002 · 93 min
The NWO promises to reveal a shocking surprise that will change the very nature of Raw. The Undertaker's pursuit for the WWE Undisputed Championship ends up costing him another pri
Raw - May. 13, 2002
May 13, 2002 · 92 min
Ric Flair challenges Hulk Hogan for the WWE Undisputed Championship in a No Disqualification match. But when "Stone Cold" Steve Austin disrupts his opportunity, "The Nature Boy" fo
Raw - May. 20, 2002
May 20, 2002 · 86 min
Rob Van Dam challenges WWE Undisputed Champion The Undertaker for the gold. After being put out-of-action on the orders of WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin runs in
Raw - May. 27, 2002
May 27, 2002 · 94 min
Eddie Guerrero defends his Intercontinental Championship against Rob Van Dam in a Ladder match. Bubba Ray Dudley gets a chance at payback as he take on Brock Lesnar. Plus, the NWO'
Raw - Jun. 03, 2002
Jun 3, 2002 · 95 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces Ric Flair. Brock Lesnar teams with Eddie Guerrero to take on Bubba Ray Dudley & Intercontinental Champion Rob Van Dam. Kevin Nash breaks a lot of he
Raw - Jun. 10, 2002
Jun 10, 2002 · 97 min
Ric Flair receives an unexpected challenge from Mr. McMahon to face off in a No Holds Barred Match for sole ownership of WWE. Brock Lesnar battles Bubba Ray Dudley in a King of the
Raw - Jun. 17, 2002
Jun 17, 2002 · 95 min
Mr. McMahon breaks his silence about "Stone Cold" Steve Austin leaving WWE, and has his world rocked with the return of another iconic superstar. Plus, Brock Lesnar takes on Booker
Raw - Jun. 24, 2002
Jun 24, 2002 · 96 min
Mr. McMahon challenges the Raw Superstars to prove they have ruthless aggression. Intercontinental Champion Rob Van Dam battles the 2002 King of the Ring Brock Lesnar in the main e
Raw - Jul. 01, 2002
Jul 1, 2002 · 95 min
As Paul Heyman continues to unleash Brock Lesnar on the WWE, Ric Flair looks to stop The Next Big Thing's path of destruction. Dissent is brewing within the New World Order but Sha
Raw - Jul. 08, 2002
Jul 8, 2002 · 93 min
The NWO sends a message to an old friend before teaming with a couple of radical superstars to take on Booker T, Goldust, Rob Van Dam, Bubby Ray & Spike Dudley in a 10-Man Tag Team
Raw - Jul. 15, 2002
Jul 15, 2002 · 95 min
Mr. McMahon drops a bombshell on the WWE Universe when he introduces a former rival as the new General Manager of Raw. Brock Lesnar teams with WWE Undisputed Champion The Undertake
Raw - Jul. 22, 2002
Jul 22, 2002 · 96 min
Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff introduces Triple H to the brand with Shawn Michaels as his manager. But when The Heartbreak Kid takes exception to his new boss, The Game sets th
Raw - Jul. 29, 2002
Jul 29, 2002 · 98 min
Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff introduces some new additions to his brand. After his recent betrayal at the hands of Triple H, Shawn Michaels goes on a hunt for some retribution
Raw - Aug. 05, 2002
Aug 5, 2002 · 97 min
As Triple H searches for the unknown assailant responsible for viciously assaulting Shawn Michaels, the details behind this sordid attack come to light when Raw General Manager Eri
Raw - Aug 12, 2002
Aug 12, 2002 · 95 min
Triple H battles The Undertaker to become the Number One Contender for Brock Lesnar's WWE Undisputed Title. Plus, RVD, Jeff Hardy, and more!
Raw - Aug. 19, 2002
Aug 19, 2002 · 89 min
Triple H goes one-on-one with WWE Undisputed Champion The Rock in a No Disqualification main event. Shawn Michaels decides to show The Game that he is more than ready for a fight.
Raw - Aug. 26, 2002
Aug 26, 2002 · 93 min
Brock Lesnar returns to Raw while Triple H and The Undertaker battle in the main event for a chance to become the No. 1 Contender for his title. However, SmackDown GM Stephanie McM
Raw - Sep. 02, 2002
Sep 2, 2002 · 96 min
In retaliation for Stephanie McMahon making Brock Lesnar and his Undisputed Championship exclusive to the SmackDown brand, Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff makes history by reveal
Raw - Sep. 09, 2002
Sep 9, 2002 · 95 min
Intercontinental Champion Rob Van Dam battles Chris Jericho, the Big Show, and Jeff Hardy in a Fatal 4-Way Elimination main event to determine the No. 1 Contender for the World Cha
Raw - Sep. 16, 2002
Sep 16, 2002 · 93 min
As Rob Van Dam prepares to challenge Triple H for his World Heavyweight Championship at Unforgiven, "Mr. Monday Night" must first defend his Intercontinental Championship against C
Raw - Sep. 23, 2002
Sep 23, 2002 · 96 min
After preventing Rob Van Dam from capturing the World Heavyweight Championship against Triple H at Unforgiven, Ric Flair's relationship with The Game begins to evolve as both men j
Raw - Sep. 30, 2002
Sep 30, 2002 · 93 min
While Bubba Ray Dudley seizes an opportunity to challenge Triple H for his World Heavyweight Championship, Kane begins a journey of his own when he faces Chris Jericho for the Inte
Raw - Oct. 07, 2002
Oct 7, 2002 · 96 min
Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff introduces a concept where anything and everything can happen in a game of chance. The Superstars of Raw compete in a series of unique matches tha
Raw - Oct. 14, 2002
Oct 14, 2002 · 97 min
World Heavyweight Champion Triple H battles Rob Van Dam in a Canadian Lumberjack Match. Intercontinental Champion Kane breaks his silence about The Game's shocking allegations. Plu
Raw - Oct. 21, 2002
Oct 21, 2002 · 94 min
While Kane prepares to challenge Triple H for his World Heavyweight Championship at No Mercy by competing against him in a Tag Team main event, The Game decides to rub salt in the
Raw - Oct. 28, 2002
Oct 28, 2002 · 94 min
Despite defeating Kane at No Mercy, World Heavyweight Champion Triple H looks to put his rivalry with the Big Red Machine to rest when they meet in a Casket Match. However, The Gam
Raw - Nov. 04, 2002
Nov 4, 2002 · 97 min
With his reign as World Heavyweight Champion being threatened by the first ever Elimination Chamber Match at the upcoming Survivor Series, Triple H seeks answers regarding Shawn Mi
Raw - Nov. 11, 2002
Nov 11, 2002 · 90 min
As the very first Elimination Chamber Match for the World Heavyweight Championship approaches at Survivor Series, Shawn Michaels stakes his claim in the contest while Triple H face
Raw - Nov. 18, 2002
Nov 18, 2002 · 88 min
Shawn Michaels kicks off his reign as the new World Heavyweight Champion with three challengers to his title when Rob Van Dam battles Booker T and Chris Jericho in a Triple Threat
Raw - Nov. 25, 2002
Nov 25, 2002 · 88 min
Shawn Michaels defends his World Heavyweight Championship against Rob Van Dam. Trish Stratus looks to recapture the Women's Championship by challenging Victoria for the gold. Batis
Raw - Dec. 02, 2002
Dec 2, 2002 · 91 min
The rivalry between Triple H and World Heavyweight Champion Shawn Michaels continues to escalate when the Heartbreak Kid serves as the Special Guest Referee for The Game's main eve
Raw - Dec 09, 2002
Dec 9, 2002 · 90 min
Eric Bischoff adds a stipulation to Triple H's World Heavyweight Title defense vs. Shawn Michaels at Armageddon. Plus, Kane, Y2J, and more!
Raw - Dec. 16, 2002
Dec 16, 2002 · 94 min
Shawn Michaels is called out by one of his most loyal followers. While Triple H celebrates his new championship reign, Scott Steiner arrives to let him know exactly why he signed w
Raw - Dec. 23, 2002
Dec 23, 2002 · 104 min
In the midst of the holiday season, RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff looks to punish Jim Ross & Jerry "The King" Lawler by forcing them to team up in the main event against Lance
Raw - Dec. 30, 2002
Dec 30, 2002 · 88 min
As 2002 comes to a close, join Jonathan Coachman and Terri as they highlight some of the year's most memorable matches and unforgettable moments in WWE. From The Rock facing Hollyw