5 Things WWE Could Have Done Better at RAW 1500

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Last night, WWE presented the 1500th episode of Monday Night RAW.

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Overall it was a decent show as we continued the build towards WrestleMania 38. However, here are 5 things they could have done better.

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ACKNOWLEDGE IT?

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WWE has a tradition to celebrate special numbers. RAW 1000, RAW25, etc. It was surprising to see WWE make little mention of RAW 1500 on their show.

MEANINGLESS MATCHES

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Rhea Ripley vs Nikki A.S.H., Dana Brooke vs Reggie, Damien Priest vs Shelton Benjamin. WWE put on some meaningless matches during the mid-show.

MORE WRESTLING LESS TALKING

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Barring a cracking main event, the show felt a little dragged on. There were a lot of promos and the audience were left wanting for more in-ring action.

FINN BALOR'S RETURN

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Finn Balor made his return from injury. However, he is still been utilized as a stepping stone. 'The first ever Universal Champion deserves better.

WASTEFUL SEGMENTS

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No one knows why the WWE 24/7 Championship was given so much time on RAW. You have to watch it to know why it was the worst part of the show.

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