Brain Drizzle (WWE Raw 1403 Review)

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Zelina Vega and her crew dominated half of WWE Raw 1403, but what was their ultimate goal?

The episode opens with host Eric introducing WWE Raw 1403, noting its broadcast date and his title 'Brain Drizzle' inspired by Zelina Vega. He highlights Zelina Vega and her crew's dominance, appearing in half the segments. The show starts with Drew McIntyre commenting on his match replay and being challenged by Andrade, leading to a champion vs. champion main event. Jerry Lawler's return is mentioned as a one-time hope. Three Women's Money in the Bank qualifier matches are reviewed: Asuka defeats Ruby Riott, Shayna Baszler beats Sarah Logan after a controversial disqualification reversal, and Nia Jax wins against Kairi Sane. MVP announces three first-time-ever Men's Money in the Bank qualifier matches for next week: Rey Mysterio vs. Murphy, Aleister Black vs. Austin Theory, and Apollo Crews vs. MVP. Aleister Black defeats Oney Lorcan and gives a blunt interview. Becky Lynch explains her strategy against Shayna Baszler. Austin Theory wins against Akira Tozawa with Zelina Vega on commentary, where she uses the phrase 'brain drizzle'. Vega's crew attacks Tozawa post-match. Seth Rollins appears multiple times, promising to 'stomp out all doubt'. Angel Garza defeats Tahuti Miles, with his crew attacking post-match. Bobby Lashley wins against No Way Jose despite Lana's distractions. Viking Raiders defeat Cedric Alexander and Ricochet. The Street Profits and Bianca Belair have a backstage segment, with the host expressing disappointment over Belair's lack of a Money in the Bank qualifier. Charlotte Flair claims to be 'the biggest thing'. The main event sees Drew McIntyre defeat Andrade after dealing with interference from Vega's crew, but Seth Rollins attacks McIntyre post-match. The host praises Seth Rollins' character and gear. He briefly reviews other shows: Westworld episode 5 and the Netflix film 'Main Event', describing its wrestling-themed plot and cameos. He previews upcoming NXT events, including a cruiserweight tournament and a tag team championship match.

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Zelina Vega's crew gives WWE Raw 1403 a clear shape, capped by Drew, Andrade, and Seth Rollins leaning into the right kind of ridiculous.

Zelina Vega gives WWE Raw 1403 its shape, pulling the episode into a loose but readable orbit around her crew. Andrade's challenge to Drew McIntyre sets up the main event and becomes the clearest throughline, while the match itself carries the biggest payoff: Drew gets worn…

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Press play when you want Drew McIntyre, Andrade, and a leather-jacketed Monday Night Messiah in one strange Raw night.

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