Raw: 2005
Things heat up in 2005 as John Cena declares "The champ is here!" on Raw, Evolution is fractured, wedding bells ring for Lita and Edge, and more. Plus, Raw is home to Tribute to the Troops for the first time.
Season 13 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 12.
- 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
Things heat up in 2005 as John Cena declares "The champ is here!" on Raw, Evolution is fractured, wedding bells ring for Lita and Edge, and more. Plus, Raw is home to Tribute to the Troops for the first time.
Episode Guide
Season 13 Progress Shield
Raw - Jan. 03, 2005
Jan 3, 2005 · 98 min
Before they battle for the World Heavyweight Championship inside the Elimination Chamber at New Year's Revolution, the six competitors find themselves in singles action including T
Raw - Jan. 10, 2005
Jan 10, 2005 · 95 min
Randy Orton tries to cause a rift between Batista and new World Heavyweight Champion Triple H before going one-on-one with The Animal in the main event to determine the No. 1 Conte
Raw - Jan. 17, 2005
Jan 17, 2005 · 94 min
While Triple H prepares to defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Randy Orton at the Royal Rumble, Batista's own championship aspirations cause some concern for The Game
Raw - Jan. 24, 2005
Jan 24, 2005 · 94 min
With an opportunity for Triple H's World Heavyweight Championship approaching, Randy Orton prepares for The Game by going one-on-one with Ric Flair. Batista continues to pursue his
Raw - Jan. 31, 2005
Jan 31, 2005 · 96 min
Batista finds himself standing at a fork in his road to WrestleMania after The Animal is enticed to go to SmackDown to chase the WWE Championship. Kane and Snitsky's rivalry takes
Raw - Feb. 07, 2005
Feb 7, 2005 · 96 min
For the first time, Raw emanates from Japan. Triple H defends his World Heavyweight Championship against Edge. Ric Flair goes one-on-one with Shawn Michaels. While deciding who he
Raw - Feb. 14, 2005
Feb 14, 2005 · 89 min
While preparing to go one-on-one with Edge, Batista's attention turns to SmackDown's WWE Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield who's impending arrival on Raw sends The Animal hunting.
Raw - Feb. 21, 2005
Feb 21, 2005 · 99 min
As the General Managers from both Raw and SmackDown await Batista's decision on which champion he will face for the gold at WrestleMania, The Animal makes a shocking revelation. Sh
Raw - Feb. 28, 2005
Feb 28, 2005 · 96 min
Batista clears addresses why he left Evolution for a pursuit of gold at WrestleMania. In a main event Street Fight, Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Edge. Plus, Chris Jericho ta
Raw - Mar. 07, 2005
Mar 7, 2005 · 96 min
With his upcoming battle against Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania approaching, Batista sets his sights on another former ally from Evolution when he
Raw - Mar. 14, 2005
Mar 14, 2005 · 96 min
Randy Orton is the guest on a new edition of Chris Jericho's Highlight Reel. With eyes set on his upcoming World Heavyweight Championship Match against Triple H, Batista takes on G
Raw - Mar. 21, 2005
Mar 21, 2005 · 95 min
Batista goes one-on-one with Kane in a Lumberjack Match main event. In an incredible Tag Team Match, Chris Jericho partners with Intercontinental Champion Shelton Benjamin to take
Raw - Mar 28, 2005
Mar 28, 2005 · 91 min
Before they meet WrestleMania, World Champion Triple H and Batista come face-to-face. Plus, Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton, and more!
Raw - Apr 04, 2005
Apr 4, 2005 · 95 min
Following WrestleMania, World Heavyweight Champion Batista faces Randy Orton in the main event. Plus, Shawn Michaels, Triple H, and more!
Raw - Apr 11, 2005
Apr 11, 2005 · 91 min
Batista gives his first interview as World Heavyweight Champion. HBK looks for help from an unexpected source. Plus, Triple H and more!
Raw - Apr 18, 2005
Apr 18, 2005 · 96 min
GM Eric Bischoff gives Jim Ross an advantage when he faces Triple H in a No DQ main event. Plus, Shawn Michaels, Trish Stratus, and more!
Raw - Apr 25, 2005
Apr 25, 2005 · 95 min
Triple H stacks the odds against World Champion Batista when he faces Christian in the main event. Plus, Trish Stratus, Y2J, and many more!
Raw - May. 02, 2005
May 2, 2005 · 94 min
Batista is given the night off from action while eight Superstars including Shelton Benjamin, Edge, Chris Jericho, and more compete in the first Gold Rush Tournament to determine a
Raw - May. 09, 2005
May 9, 2005 · 94 min
The Semi-Finals of the Gold Rush Tournament see Shawn Michaels take on Edge. Despite Christian's best efforts to turn the tables on Ric Flair, "The Nature Boy" shows everyone that
Raw - May. 16, 2005
May 16, 2005 · 92 min
The Final Round of the Gold Rush Tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship sees Edge face Kane. While looking for someone to blame for Trip
Raw - May. 23, 2005
May 23, 2005 · 97 min
While Eric Bischoff holds a funeral service for ECW, Mr. McMahon shakes things up by putting Bischoff face-to-face with his longtime rival Paul Heyman. Edge challenges Batista for
Raw - May 30, 2005
May 30, 2005 · 97 min
Eric Bischoff introduces a new team member in his fight against ECW.
Raw - Jun 06, 2005
Jun 6, 2005 · 97 min
The Raw brand gets a boost when it welcomes its newest addition to the roster. Plus, Triple H, Batista, Edge, and many more.
Raw - Jun 13, 2005
Jun 13, 2005 · 92 min
Triple H looks to protect his shot at the World Heavyweight Title from the next pick in the WWE Draft. Plus, John Cena, Batista, and more!
Raw - Jun. 20, 2005
Jun 20, 2005 · 90 min
When things break down in a match between Kurt Angle and World Heavyweight Champion Batista, The Animal teams with Shawn Michaels to face Triple H and Raw's newest acquisition. Joh
Raw - Jun. 27, 2005
Jun 27, 2005 · 95 min
Kurt Angle's pursuit of Batista and the World Heavyweight Championship is halted after a confrontation with Ric Flair. Shawn Michaels chooses John Cena and a mystery partner to hel
Raw - Jul. 04, 2005
Jul 4, 2005 · 92 min
Shawn Michaels teams with Hulk Hogan to take on Carlito and Kurt Angle in the main event. However, The Heartbreak Kid seizes this opportunity to make The Immortal One face the musi
Raw - Jul. 11, 2005
Jul 11, 2005 · 96 min
Shawn Michaels make a huge announcement on Piper's Pit. Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff feels the wrath of John Cena after ordering him to defend the WWE Championship against Chr
Raw - Jul. 18, 2005
Jul 18, 2005 · 93 min
Hulk Hogan answers Shawn Michaels' challenge for a match at SummerSlam. Eric Bischoff forces WWE Champion John Cena to battle Snitsky in a Lumberjack Match. Edge looks to put an en
Raw - Jul. 25, 2005
Jul 25, 2005 · 90 min
Chris Jericho serves as special guest referee when WWE Champion John Cena faces Intercontinental Champion Carlito. With his match with Hulk Hogan at SummerSlam set, Shawn Michaels
Raw - Aug. 01, 2005
Aug 1, 2005 · 94 min
Mr. McMahon welcomes Matt Hardy back to Raw to address his personal rivalry with Edge and Lita. Chris Jericho serves as special guest referee when John Cena defends the WWE Champio
Raw - Aug. 08, 2005
Aug 8, 2005 · 95 min
Shawn Michaels and Hulk Hogan meet to discuss and answer questions about their upcoming battle. In attempt to punish someone for John Cena retaining the WWE Championship, Eric Bisc
Raw - Aug. 15, 2005
Aug 15, 2005 · 93 min
Hulk Hogan prepares for his upcoming showdown with Shawn Michaels by going one-on-one with Kurt Angle. WWE Champion John Cena is forced to take on Chris Jericho and Intercontinenta
Raw - Aug. 22, 2005
Aug 22, 2005 · 94 min
Chris Jericho and John Cena find themselves fighting for more than gold after Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff orders them to face each other in the first ever "You're Fired" Matc
Raw - Aug. 29, 2005
Aug 29, 2005 · 96 min
Ric Flair & Shawn Michaels take on Chris Masters & Carlito. Despite their battle at SummerSlam, the rivalry between Edge and Matt Hardy is far from over as they face each other in
Raw - Sep. 05, 2005
Sep 5, 2005 · 95 min
Kurt Angle makes his presence felt in a big way when WWE Champion John Cena goes one-on-one with Tyson Tomko. Lance Cade & Trevor Murdoch make their debut against World Tag Team Ch
Raw - Sep. 12, 2005
Sep 12, 2005 · 95 min
WWE Champion John Cena competes in a Handicap Match against Kurt Angle & Tyson Tomko. Edge sends a message to Matt Hardy. Ric Flair goes one-on-one with Chris Masters. The team of
Raw - Sep. 19, 2005
Sep 19, 2005 · 94 min
When RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff tries to unfairly award the WWE Championship to Kurt Angle in the aftermath of Unforgiven, Mr. McMahon returns to set things right. The Olymp
Raw - Sep. 26, 2005
Sep 26, 2005 · 91 min
The Superstars of RAW bid farewell to Spike TV with action including Shawn Michaels and WWE Champion John Cena taking on Carlito & Chris Masters in a Tables Match. Edge sends a mes
Raw - Oct. 03, 2005
Oct 3, 2005 · 145 min
On a very special Raw Homecoming to USA, Triple H makes his own return to action when he and Ric Flair take on Carlito & Chris Masters. Eric Bischoff competes in a No Disqualificat
Raw - Oct. 10, 2005
Oct 10, 2005 · 96 min
After being stunned by Stone Cold Steve Austin on Raw's Homecoming to USA, the McMahon family looks for retribution. Triple H explains why he turned on Ric Flair. Shawn Michaels, B
Raw - Oct. 17, 2005
Oct 17, 2005 · 94 min
With Jim Ross being unceremoniously fired by Linda McMahon, the CEO of WWE joins Carlito's Cabana to explain her actions. When Jonathan Coachman is given Good Ol' J.R.'s place as l
Raw - Oct. 24, 2005
Oct 24, 2005 · 88 min
Shawn Michaels battles Big Show and Kane in a Triple Threat Match. Mick Foley serves as special guest referee when Kurt Angles goes one-on-one with WWE Champion John Cena in a Non-
Raw - Oct. 31, 2005
Oct 31, 2005 · 90 min
Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with WWE Champion John Cena in the main event. Triple H prepares for his upcoming Steel Cage Match with Ric Flair by taking on Viscera. Jonathan Coac
Raw - Nov. 07, 2005
Nov 7, 2005 · 90 min
With the rivalry between Ric Flair and Triple H to be settled in an upcoming Last Man Standing Match, The Game gets a close look at "The Nature Boy" in action against Rob Conway. S
Raw - Nov. 14, 2005
Nov 14, 2005 · 94 min
In the wake of the sudden and tragic passing of Eddie Guerrero, Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown come together to mourn the loss of Latino Heat and pay tribute to his legacy.
Raw - Nov. 21, 2005
Nov 21, 2005 · 89 min
Before Team SmackDown battles Team RAW at Survivor Series, Superstars from both sides serve as Lumberjacks when Raw's Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with SmackDown's John "Bradshaw
Raw - Nov. 28, 2005
Nov 28, 2005 · 88 min
With his job as General Manager of RAW at stake thanks to Mr. McMahon, Eric Bischoff struggles to accomplish his goal of taking the WWE Championship off of John Cena by forcing him
Raw - Dec. 05, 2005
Dec 5, 2005 · 91 min
Mr. McMahon presides over the trial of Eric Bischoff that could put an end to his tyrannical reign as Raw General Manager. Shawn Michaels & Shelton Benjamin take on Kurt Angle & Da
Raw - Dec. 12, 2005
Dec 12, 2005 · 91 min
In the aftermath of Eric Bischoff's termination from WWE, Mr. McMahon assumes the role of Interim-General Manager and announces that Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Shelton Benjamin, and
Raw - Dec. 19, 2005
Dec 19, 2005 · 93 min
From Bagram Air Force Base in Afghanistan, WWE superstars are once again given the honor of performing for members of the U.S. Armed Forces with the holiday tradition of Tribute to
Raw - Dec. 26, 2005
Dec 26, 2005 · 93 min
Before battling for the WWE Championship in the Elimination Chamber at New Year's Revolution, John Cena, Kurt Angle, and more compete in a series of Beat The Clock Matches. Mr. McM