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Randy Orton came to the ring to discuss his ultimatum to Shane and Stephanie McMahon. Lots of boos to cut off Orton. Either they fire Adamle or he walks. He said he’s not bluffing. Orton then walked over to the announce table and sat down on a chair ringside.
Randy Orton picked up his promo and re-stated his ultimatum that either Adamle goes or he goes. What is it going to be? Orton stared toward the entrance ramp as the fans cat-called, then Here Comes The Money blared out, bringing out Shane McMahon doing his dance. A little more toned down (thankfully), but enough to get the screams from the ladies in the building. McMahon then slid into the ring and danced around Orton, who was not amused.
Shane stepped up to Orton and said he doesn’t react well to the aggressive tone. Shane said he’s not going to allow threats to get him. Boy, Shane sounds much different. Orton said if Shane’s father was here, he would make sure his top superstar is happy. Shane shot back that he’s not his father. He said Orton should respect the position he holds in this company. Shane began to talk about Adamle, but the Raw theme interrupted and Adamle strutted out with a big grin on his face.
Adamle said there’s something he needs to say first. Adamle said that ever since Raw began, every authority figure has tried to pursue some sort of agenda – good or bad. He said he’s tried to be different by not taking a side. Fans with the “what?” chants. Adamle paused as he started to tear up a little. Awkward live TV ensued, then Adamle said he slapped Orton in the face last week and he became the very thing he didn’t want to become. Adamle said this job corrupts and he doesn’t want to let that happen to him. So, as of now, he’s resigning as GM of Raw. Fans cheered loudly for that one.
Orton simply paced around the ring, then Adamle shook Shane’s hand and left. Orton didn’t get enough and demanded an apology from Adamle. Shane cut him off and said Orton owes Adamle an apology. But, now the thing is Orton’s excuses. He said Orton looked pretty good at Cyber Sunday running into the ring. Shane said he took the liberty of talking to Orton’s doctors, who told him Orton has been cleared to compete for weeks. He asked Orton when he was going to get around to dropping a note there. Orton referenced Survivor Series, but Shane said that’s too far away. He’s thinking about tonight.
Shane said he couldn’t deny the fans an opportunity to see Raw’s greatest commodity in action tonight. He’ll be competing in the ring tonight. Orton said he would love more than anything to wrestle, but he’s not ready. He didn’t bring his gear, by the way. Shane said he’s personally taken care of everything. No biggie. Shane said Orton will be competing in the ring tonight against a man he’s familiar with. The guy he kicked in the head and cost him the World Title. That man is C.M. Punk. Orton lowered his head, then Shane danced while the fans cheered.
RANDY ORTON vs. C.M. PUNK
Cole dropped the most over-used word of the political campaign, Maverick, in reference to Punk’s in-ring style. At least he didn’t call him a swashbuckling wrestler. Orton stalked Punk for the RKO at 2:00, but suddenly, Ted DiBiase stormed the ring and tackled Punk for a DQ. DiBiase pounded on Punk while Manu and Cody Rhodes stood on the apron, but Orton stepped into a punt to the head on DiBiase. He didn’t get much of DiBiase, but DiBiase sold it as if he were dead. Cody and Manu stepped into the ring as if they were going to try something, but Orton stared them down before leaving the ring. Manu and Cody just stood over DiBiase while referees checked on DiBiase.
WINNER: Punk via DQ in 2:00.
After the commercial break, they showed DiBiase being taken away on a gurney during the commercial break. Backstage, Cody and Manu confronted Orton about what just happened. Cody asked him what he was thinking. Manu said DiBiase is on a stretcher right now. Orton said DiBiase is talented, as they are, but what he did out there was kick some sense into DiBiase because he had his first match back won. Orton then screamed into Manu and Cody’s faces to do something about what just happened. “I dare you!” he shouted. They didn’t do anything, so Orton told them they’re smart and there might be hope for them two just yet. He walked off.
