WWE Raw
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
January 28, 2008
Chamber Made
By Greg Adkins
January 28, 2008
PHILADELPHIA – Triple H is no fan of losing. So, when The Game got to choose his
partner Monday night in a tag team match against Umaga & Snitsky, he went with
the sure bet, reuniting with his DX compadre Shawn Michaels. But reunions can
sometimes be bittersweet.
Even as the longtime friends showed solidarity and vanquished their foes, the
pair knew all too well that in three weeks they will be trying to destroy each
other at No Way Out. Earlier in the night, the two were chosen by Raw GM William
Regal to compete with four other Superstars — Umaga, Chris Jericho, JBL and Jeff
Hardy — in an Elimination Chamber Match at the pay-per-view, with the winner
earning an opportunity to compete against the WWE Champion at WrestleMania XXIV.
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Return Engagement
One night after shocking the Royal Rumble audience, former WWE Champion John
Cena showed that he’s itching to recapture his title. He called out reigning
Champion Randy Orton for a title match that night. Orton begged off, but agreed
to defend his title against Cena at No Way Out. But that wasn’t the last he saw
of Cena.
Royal Reprisal
One night after both Jeff Hardy and Chris Jericho suffered losses at the Royal
Rumble to Randy Orton and JBL respectively, the two were out for revenge. But it
was John Cena who exacted retribution. The former WWE Champion drew first blood
when he ran in and laid out Orton after he and JBL prevailed, sending the
unmistakable message that the Champ wants back what was once his.
Mounting Frustration
Mickie James paired with Ashley to confront the challenge of Jillian Hall &
Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix in a tag team match. Mickie came oh-so-close to
pinning The Glamazon only to fall short again.
Apple Turnover
For the second consecutive week, Carlito turned up his game and defeated a
member of the World Tag Team Champions. This time, the Caribbean Bad Apple
pinned down Cody Rhodes.
Family Disgrace
Hornswoggle took his lumps Monday night, but not in the ring. After what the
Chairman called his “cowardly” performance the night before, Mr. McMahon
informed his bastard son that he was ashamed of him and didn’t even want to be
around him. Ouch! Video
Blond Ambition
In his match against Mr. Kennedy, Brian Kendrick hoped to make a statement.
Unfortunately, Mr. Kennedy was eager to make his own declaration. The loudmouth
from Green Bay, Wis. not only pummeled his opponent, he also announced that he
will challenge Ric Flair in a Career Threatening Match at No Way Out.
Wardrobe Malfunction
During her match with Melina, Maria found herself with her pants around her
knees compliments of her overly aggressive opponent. But just as Maria was
beginning to strut her panty-clad stuff, her "boyfriend" Santino Marella jumped
into the ring, wrapped his jacket around her waist and lambasted the audience
for getting a free show.
Matches
Women's Champion Beth Phoenix & Jillian Hall def. Mickie James & Ashley
Carlito def. Cody Rhodes
Triple H & Shawn Michaels def. Snitsky & Umaga
Mr. Kennedy def. Brian Kendrick
Maria def. Melina
WWE Champion Randy Orton &
JBL def. Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy & Chris Jericho