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This week's Raw was the post-show to Hell in a Cell and WWE offered up some very interesting angles. While some feuds continued, there were also major storyline changes, especially as Finn Balor convinced the members of Judgment Day to turn on their own leader.

Rhea Ripley had a big night, Cody Rhodes had his emotional moment ruined by Seth Rollins, Riddle ruined The Miz's big moment, and The Usos put on a strong match with The Street Profits.

Here are your winners and losers for Raw, June 6, 2022:

Winner: Rollins Attacks Rhodes

A well-deserved ovation for Cody started the three-hour program. Rhodes put on a heroic performance at Hell in a Cell and there's a new level of respect the fans now have for The American Nightmare that he absolutely deserves after wrestling for 24 minutes through a torn pectoral injury. During his promo, Seth Rollins came out and said he respected what Cody did, calling him the toughest man he's ever battled in the ring. He said Dusty would be proud, shook his hand and left the ringside area. Cody went to leave and pay tribute to the fans and Rollins came out from the back and attacked with a sledgehammer.

While some might wonder why Rollins and Rhodes are still battling, it's hard to argue with how well done this segment was. Cody was game to take another beating despite his injury and Rollins gave it to him to get real heat after it looked like he was going to take the high road. Cody will take some time away and Rollins will be the brand's top heel. When Rhodes returns, he'll have revenge on his mind.

Winner: Becky Lynch

Credit to Big Time Becks for being willing to put up with the 24/7 Title garbage and more credit to Lynch for trying to help get Dana Brooke over. Becky is far beyond this though. That Lynch would even want to challenge for a belt that is so far beneath her is silly booking. It was an interesting way for WWE to try and continue the rivalry between Asuka and Lynch, but the 24/7 Championship got a much bigger rub than it deserved here.

The segment wasn't a winner, but Lynch is for doing her best with the material she was given. She makes anything watchable.

Loser: The Miz

Riddle came to the ring and challenged Roman Reigns to a title match. The hint here seems to be that he's next in line for to challenge the Head of the Table. But, it appears he's going to have to go through Ciampa first. For some inexplicable reason, Ciampa attacked Riddle from behind after The Miz declined having a match that his wife tried to make for him. Of course, after Ciampa weakened Riddle, The Miz took the match thinking he had his opponent on the ropes. It wound up being a mistake because Riddle didn't just end up winning, he ripped off The Miz's tuxedo pants and left him in his undies.

It's not clear why Ciampa is being used in this situation and there certainly wasn't a hint he's aligned himself with The Miz. He's likely just a hurdle until Reigns returns and the Riddle vs. Reigns match can take place. The whole discussion about the size of The Miz's balls was also quite an interesting creative decision.

Winner/Loser: Street Profits vs. The Usos

This was a solid match, but not as good as some of their meetings that came before it. The ending also wasn't ideal as Montez Ford beat the count to get back in the ring and see The Street Profits win via count out One big note from this match, Ford really looks like he's been backing on muscle. He's not as defined, but he's gotten a lot bigger in recent weeks and one has to wonder if that's because there's a plan to put him in a higher profile spot as a singles star. We know Vince likes big guys. This may have been at the boss man's request.

Winner: Balor Leads Charge To Kick Edge Out Of Judgment Day

At the start of the show, WWE advertised that Judgement Day would be adding a new member. What no one saw coming was essentially a trade. Finn Balor is now in the group and Edge is out because Balor convinced Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley to turn on their leader and take charge of their own careers. It wasn't made clear if Balor was the new leader of the group, but it looked like he was the brains behind the swerve.

It's an interesting decision but one that makes some sense when you look at who Raw has for viable top babyfaces on the brand. The pickings are slim with AJ Styles, Riddle and Bobby Lashley the top guys. Edge being turned on immediately puts him in the conversation and a heel Balor isn't a bad idea. This certainly was a creative direction few would have anticipated, even if Balor joining the group had been rumored for some time.

Winner: Rhea Ripley

This was a big night for Ripley. Her group made a major change and she picked up a huge win in a Fatal 4-Way to become the new No. 1 contender for the Raw Women's Championship. Ripley vs. Bianca Belair has a lot of fans excited and it should be a banger of a feud. Considering all the changes in the Women's Division of late, this is one of the better possible options if WWE had to shift gears with their creative plans.

The match itself was really good and the hint that Alexa Bliss and Liv Morgan might have a future in a storyline together got a few fans excited.

Monday Night Raw Match Results:

* Dana Brooke picked up a victory over Becky Lynch when Asuka held down Lynch's foot so Brooke could pick up the win and successfully retain her title.

* Riddle defeated The Miz in a singles match. He tore his tuxedo pants off with the help and ruined his Miz and Mrs. premiere celebration.

* The Street Profits defeated The Usos via count out.

* Rey Mysterio got his son Dominik disqualified by interfering in his match against Veer Mahaan. Rey jumped in to prevent Veer from injuring Dom because he wouldn't lay off his finishing submission hold.

* Ezekiel defeated Otis with a crucifix pin for the win. During this segment, Ezekiel challenged Kevin Owens to another match and K.O. said he would only accept on one condition. If Ezekiel admitted he was Elias, which Ezekiel did. He then said he lied and was actually Ezekiel.

* Rhea Ripley won in a Fatal 4-Way to determine the new No. 1 contender for the Raw Women's Championship.