Raw: 2008
Raw's 2008 marks the end the most legendary career in sports-entertainment history as Ric Flair says goodbye to the WWE Universe. Plus, Mr. McMahon gives away millions, Randy Orton crafts his legacy, and more.
Season 16 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 15.
- 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
Raw's 2008 marks the end the most legendary career in sports-entertainment history as Ric Flair says goodbye to the WWE Universe. Plus, Mr. McMahon gives away millions, Randy Orton crafts his legacy, and more.
Episode Guide
Season 16 Progress Shield
Raw - Jan. 07, 2008
Jan 7, 2008 · 94 min
The fate of every Raw Superstar is in the hands of lady luck, as Mr. McMahon reintroduces Raw Roulette. From Triple H battling General Manager William Regal, to a Steel Cage Match
Raw - Jan. 14, 2008
Jan 14, 2008 · 97 min
Jeff Hardy defends the Intercontinental Championship against Randy Orton. While Shawn Michaels competes to qualify for a spot in the upcoming Royal Rumble, Triple H’s frustrations
Raw - Jan. 21, 2008
Jan 21, 2008 · 94 min
Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy and WWE Champion Randy Orton come face-to-face when Mr. McMahon orders both men to shake hands. Before he can qualify for the Royal Rumble Matc
Raw - Jan. 28, 2008
Jan 28, 2008 · 91 min
John Cena sends a message to WWE Champion Randy Orton. Orton teams with John “Bradshaw” Layfield to take on Chris Jericho & Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy. Shawn Michaels & T
Raw - Feb. 04, 2008
Feb 4, 2008 · 89 min
On a night where John Cena and WWE Champion Randy Orton sign the contract for their upcoming battle at No Way Out, Cena must prove his strength by taking on Mark Henry in an Arm Wr
Raw - Feb. 11, 2008
Feb 11, 2008 · 90 min
Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy. In retribution for his recent actions, Hornswoggle is forced compete in a No Disqualification Match agains
Raw - Feb. 18, 2008
Feb 18, 2008 · 90 min
Triple H serves as the special guest referee as John Cena faces WWE Champion Randy Orton. Shawn Michaels announces the newest inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame. A steel cage takes
Raw - Feb 25, 2008
Feb 25, 2008 · 93 min
Triple H and John Cena take on Mr. Kennedy and WWE Champion Randy Orton in the main event. Ric Flair makes a heartbreaking challenge.
Raw - Mar. 03, 2008
Mar 3, 2008 · 88 min
While Triple H and WWE Champion Randy Orton prepare to battle each other in the main event, the other opponent in their Triple Threat Match at WrestleMania, John Cena, takes on Mr.
Raw - Mar. 10, 2008
Mar 10, 2008 · 135 min
The Superstars of WWE relive anew some of their classic battles from previous WrestleManias. From The Undertaker battling Mark Henry in a Casket Match, to Shawn Michaels and John C
Raw - Mar. 17, 2008
Mar 17, 2008 · 89 min
John Cena and WWE Champion Randy Orton find themselves as unlikely partners when they compete in 17-On-2 Handicap Elimination Match. Mr. McMahon looks to end Ric Flair’s career him
Raw - Mar. 24, 2008
Mar 24, 2008 · 88 min
John Cena, Ric Flair, Shawn Michaels & Triple H take on John “Bradshaw” Layfield, Umaga & Big Show in an Eight-Man Tag Team main event. CM Punk & Chris Jericho face MVP & Carlito.
Raw - Mar. 31, 2008
Mar 31, 2008 · 107 min
After retaining the WWE Championship at WrestleMania, Randy Orton finds himself faced with new challengers to his title before he goes one-on-one with Matt Hardy. The WWE Universe
Raw - Apr. 07, 2008
Apr 7, 2008 · 90 min
With Raw General Manager William Regal ordering Randy Orton to defend the WWE Championship against John “Bradshaw” Layfield at Backlash, Triple H and John Cena look to find their p
Raw - Apr. 14, 2008
Apr 14, 2008 · 86 min
Triple H faces John "Bradshaw" Layfield in the main event. William Regal takes on WWE Champion Randy Orton. After taunting Shawn Michaels, Chris Jericho defends the Intercontinenta
Raw - Apr 21, 2008
Apr 21, 2008 · 133 min
All of the main events of Backlash are represented in an Eight-Man Tag Team main event. Superstars compete to become King of the Ring.
Raw - Apr. 28, 2008
Apr 28, 2008 · 88 min
Randy Orton takes advantage of his rematch clause by challenging Triple H for the WWE Championship. After winning the King of the Ring Tournament, Raw General Manager William Regal
Raw - May. 05, 2008
May 5, 2008 · 91 min
Raw General Manager and current King of the Ring William Regal orders Mr. Kennedy and WWE Champion Triple H to team up against the entire ECW roster in a Handicap Match. Shawn Mich
Raw - May. 12, 2008
May 12, 2008 · 83 min
After standing up to Raw General Manager William Regal, John Cena faces Randy Orton. Shawn Michaels proves the extent of his injury to Chris Jericho. Hardcore Holly & Cody Rhodes d
Raw - May. 19, 2008
May 19, 2008 · 79 min
John Cena & WWE Champion Triple H face Randy Orton & John “Bradshaw” Layfield. Raw General Manager William Regal and Mr. Kennedy battle for their careers in WWE. Batista goes one-o
Raw - May. 26, 2008
May 26, 2008 · 88 min
Mr. McMahon shows the WWE Universe the appreciation that they deserve with a million dollar announcement. Randy Orton and WWE Champion Triple H come face-to-face. Shawn Michaels co
Raw - Jun. 02, 2008
Jun 2, 2008 · 86 min
John Cena and Jeff Hardy battle to determine the new No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. Mr. McMahon gives some unique insight into the first ever Million Dollar Mania contes
Raw - Jun. 09, 2008
Jun 9, 2008 · 93 min
Mr. McMahon’s Million Dollar Mania officially kicks off. While WWE Champion Triple H prepares to battle Jeff Hardy in the main event, the No. 1 Contender for his title John Cena go
Raw - Jun. 16, 2008
Jun 16, 2008 · 93 min
John Cena battles Umaga in a Street Fight. WWE Champion Triple H clashes with Intercontinental Champion Chris Jericho. Mr. McMahon continues to show the WWE Universe some appreciat
Raw - Jun. 23, 2008
Jun 23, 2008 · 140 min
In the annual WWE Draft, Superstars from Raw, SmackDown, and ECW compete against each other in a series of Inter-promotional Matches in the hopes of earning their brand a draft pic
Raw - Jun. 30, 2008
Jun 30, 2008 · 89 min
CM Punk uses his Money in the Bank Contract to challenge Edge for the World Heavyweight Championship. After capturing the Intercontinental Championship, Kofi Kingston puts the gold
Raw - Jul. 07, 2008
Jul 7, 2008 · 87 min
SmackDown General Manager Vickie Guerrero comes to Raw to protest CM Punk’s recent capture of the World Heavyweight Championship. John Cena battles John “Bradshaw” Layfield, Kane,
Raw - Jul. 14, 2008
Jul 14, 2008 · 92 min
Despite Shane and Stephanie McMahon’s attempts at imploring the Superstars of Raw to maintain order in their father’s absence, chaos ensues when John Cena & Cryme Tyme take on John
Raw - Jul. 21, 2008
Jul 21, 2008 · 88 min
After failing to capture the World Heavyweight Championship at The Great American Bash thanks to Kane, Batista seizes another golden opportunity by challenging CM Punk for the titl
Raw - Jul. 28, 2008
Jul 28, 2008 · 89 min
Before naming a new General Manager of Monday Night Raw, Shane McMahon orders John Cena and Batista to put aside their recent misunderstandings and take on Kane & John “Bradshaw” L
Raw - Aug. 04, 2008
Aug 4, 2008 · 91 min
With both Chris Jericho and John “Bradshaw” Layfield looking to challenge CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam, Raw General Manager Mike Adamle gives Y2J an
Raw - Aug. 11, 2008
Aug 11, 2008 · 83 min
Despite recently capturing the World Tag Team Championship, tensions between John Cena and Batista continue to rise when they defend the title against Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase. Jo
Raw - Aug. 18, 2008
Aug 18, 2008 · 81 min
World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk takes to the ring for main event action before the eyes of his hometown of Chicago when he goes one-on-one with Chris Jericho. John Cena takes on
Raw - Aug. 25, 2008
Aug 25, 2008 · 89 min
In response to his wife’s recent injury at the hands of Chris Jericho, Shawn Michaels addresses his in-ring status. Batista battles Kane. Kofi Kingston challenges Santino Marella f
Raw - Sep. 01, 2008
Sep 1, 2008 · 92 min
Before defending the World Heavyweight Championship against Batista, John “Bradshaw” Layfield, Rey Mysterio, and Kane in a Championship Scramble at Unforgiven, CM Punk competes in
Raw - Sep. 08, 2008
Sep 8, 2008 · 85 min
After capturing the World Heavyweight Championship at Unforgiven, Chris Jericho partners with John "Bradshaw" Layfield to take on Batista in a Handicap Match. Randy Orton comes fac
Raw - Sep. 15, 2008
Sep 15, 2008 · 90 min
CM Punk looks to regain the World Heavyweight Championship when he challenges Chris Jericho for the title in a Steel Cage Match. However, John "Bradshaw" Layfield and Batista each
Raw - Sep. 22, 2008
Sep 22, 2008 · 91 min
Shawn Michaels & Batista take on John "Bradshaw" Layfield, Lance Cade & World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho in a Handicap Match. After being suspended for violating Raw Genera
Raw - Sep. 29, 2008
Sep 29, 2008 · 92 min
Before challenging Chris Jericho for the World Heavyweight Championship at No Mercy, Shawn Michaels changes the game by revealing a surprise partner to help him battle Y2J & Lance
Raw - Oct. 06, 2008
Oct 6, 2008 · 86 min
World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho assumes the role of interim Raw General Manager and places Shawn Michaels in a No Disqualification Match against Lance Cade. However, an at
Raw - Oct. 13, 2008
Oct 13, 2008 · 90 min
With Batista and World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho given the opportunity to select each other's opponents, Y2J serves up some heartbreaking news while The Animal looks to pu
Raw - Oct. 20, 2008
Oct 20, 2008 · 87 min
Batista and World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho compete in a unique Gauntlet Match. Charlie Haas feels the wrath of John "Bradshaw" Layfield. CM Punk teams with Kofi Kingston
Raw - Oct. 27, 2008
Oct 27, 2008 · 85 min
After losing the World Heavyweight Championship to Batista at Cyber Sunday, Chris Jericho partners with John "Bradshaw" Layfield to take on The Animal & Shawn Michaels. Rey Mysteri
Raw - Nov. 03, 2008
Nov 3, 2008 · 134 min
WWE celebrates the record-breaking feat of 800 episodes with an evening of unparalleled action and excitement. Shawn Michaels & Triple H reunite under the DX banner to take on The
Raw - Nov. 10, 2008
Nov 10, 2008 · 97 min
On a night where new World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho takes on Shawn Michaels in a Last Man Standing Match main event, the former champion, Batista, takes his frustrations
Raw - Nov. 17, 2008
Nov 17, 2008 · 89 min
After Stephanie McMahon gives the Raw roster a chance to have their questions answered, she orders Randy Orton to face CM Punk in a Lumberjack Match. With his World Heavyweight Cha
Raw - Nov. 24, 2008
Nov 24, 2008 · 91 min
The escalating sibling rivalry between Shane and Stephanie McMahon leads to Batista, Randy Orton, and Chris Jericho competing in a Triple Threat Match for the right to challenge Ce
Raw - Dec. 01, 2008
Dec 1, 2008 · 89 min
John Cena faces Kane. Shawn Michaels is faced with a difficult business decision after receiving a unique offer from John "Bradshaw" Layfield. Cody Rhodes and Manu take on World Ta
Raw - Dec. 08, 2008
Dec 8, 2008 · 130 min
On a special edition of Monday Night RAW, WWE presents the 2008 Slammy Awards. As the year's biggest, baddest, and best moments are celebrated, WWE superstars including John Cena,
Raw - Dec. 15, 2008
Dec 15, 2008 · 91 min
A failed attack on Batista leads to Randy Orton and his allies Cody Rhodes & Manu taking on The Animal and World Heavyweight Champion John Cena in a Handicap Match. After becoming
Raw - Dec. 22, 2008
Dec 22, 2008 · 89 min
World Heavyweight Champion John Cena gives the WWE Universe a special Christmas present in the form of a surprise partner to help him take on Santino Marella & Beth Phoenix. Severa
Raw - Dec. 29, 2008
Dec 29, 2008 · 101 min
A Fatal 4-Way Elimination Match main event to determine the No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship at the Royal Rumble. World Heavyweight Champion John Cena partner