Fans tuning into this week’s Monday Night RAW were treated to a high-stakes gauntlet match that would decide the next challenger for the Intercontinental Championship. Nevertheless, behind-the-scenes changes shaped the final presentation of this crucial contest.
Monday Night RAW featured a fierce competition between Ricochet, JD McDonagh, Sami Zayn, Bronson Reed, Shinsuke Nakamura, and Chad Gable, each vying for the coveted opportunity to battle for the Intercontinental Championship at the upcoming WrestleMania 40 event.
With stakes high, Sami Zayn emerged as the victor of the gauntlet match, earning the right to face the reigning champion, Gunther. Despite Zayn’s victory, Chad Gable’s fans were left disheartened as their favorite did not manage to grab the win.
Reportedly, according to Fightful Select, the original gauntlet match lineup that WWE had planned went through some revisions before the final broadcast. Initially, it was anticipated that Reed would triumph over Ricochet in their match, later falling to Sami Zayn who would also dispatch McDonagh and Nakamura before going head-to-head with Chad Gable.
Contrary to the original plans, the gauntlet match kicked off with Ricochet taking on McDonagh, with Ricochet proceeding only to be eliminated by Bronson Reed. Sami Zayn then stepped in, claiming victory over Reed and continuing his winning streak by defeating Shinsuke Nakamura and Chad Gable, thereby clinching the match.
Post-match, Chad Gable expressed his frustration and sense of a lack of direction after the loss on RAW. The wrestling community now eagerly awaits the outcome of Sami Zayn’s title match against Gunther, with the potential of Zayn capturing the Intercontinental Championship title at the grand stage of WrestleMania 40.
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FAQ
Who won the Intercontinental Championship #1 Contender’s Gauntlet Match on Monday Night RAW?
Sami Zayn won the gauntlet match, becoming the #1 contender for the Intercontinental Championship.
Who will Sami Zayn face at WrestleMania 40?
Sami Zayn is set to face Gunther for the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 40.
What was the original lineup for the gauntlet match according to reports?
Reports from Fightful Select suggest the original lineup would have had Reed defeating Ricochet, which would set off a different sequence of events than what transpired.
How did the WWE Universe react to Chad Gable’s loss?
Some fans were left disappointed, as Chad Gable himself expressed his discontent and a feeling of being directionless.
Was the final lineup of the gauntlet match changed from the initial plan?
Yes, it appears there were last-minute changes to the match lineup from what was originally planned by WWE.
Conclusion
The road to WrestleMania 40 took an exciting turn on Monday Night RAW with a gauntlet match that determined the future Intercontinental Championship challenger. Despite alterations to the original lineup, Sami Zayn emerged as a true competitor, setting the stage for an anticipated showdown with Gunther. Zayn’s victory reminds us of the thrilling unpredictability in WWE storylines and just how quickly fortunes can change within the squared circle. With eager anticipation, fans now look forward to what promises to be an enthralling encounter at WrestleMania 40.