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The Best Episodes of Raw Season 18

Every episode of Raw Season 18 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Raw Season 18!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Raw Season 18 Episode 1 - January 4, 2010
    8.0/10(39 votes)

    #1 - January 4, 2010

    S18:E1

    For the first time in over a decade, WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart makes his triumphant return to WWE as Raw Guest Host. While the "Hit Man" looks to settle old rivalries, Mr. McMahon shows the WWE Universe that old habits die hard. Sheamus issues an open challenge to see who will face him for the WWE Championship at the Royal Rumble.

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  2. Raw Season 18 Episode 2 - January 11, 2010
    7.3/10(35 votes)

    #2 - January 11, 2010

    S18:E2

    Legendary boxer Mike Tyson returns to WWE to serve as Raw Guest Host and partner with Chris Jericho against Unified WWE Tag Team Champions DX. John Cena, Randy Orton, and Kofi Kingston battle in a Triple Threat Match to see who will challenge Sheamus for the WWE Championship at the Royal Rumble. Plus, Legacy faces Mark Henry & Evan Bourne and more.

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  3. Raw Season 18 Episode 3 - January 18, 2010
    7.7/10(34 votes)

    #3 - January 18, 2010

    S18:E3

    On a night where Hollywood's Don Johnson and Jon Heder serve as Raw Guest Hosts, the star of Napoleon Dynamite partners with The Miz & Big Show against Hornswoggle and Unified WWE Tag Team Champions D-Generation X in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. The Undertaker comes answers Shawn Michaels' challenge to a rematch at WrestleMania and more.

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  4. Raw Season 18 Episode 4 - January 25, 2010
    7.1/10(29 votes)

    #4 - January 25, 2010

    S18:E4

    After questioning Mr. McMahon's decision not to bring Bret Hart back to WWE, John Cena finds himself going one-on-one with WWE Champion Sheamus in a Non-Title Match. Legacy battles Unified WWE Tag Team Champions D-Generation X. Raw Guest Host Dule Hill gets a front row seat to see Gail Kim take on Alicia Fox in the Divas Championship Tournament.

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  5. Raw Season 18 Episode 5 - February 1, 2010
    7.8/10(30 votes)

    #5 - February 1, 2010

    S18:E5

    This edition of Raw promises to boldly go where no man has gone before as legendary actor William Shatner serves as Guest Host. Things take an animalistic turn when Bret Hart shows up for a face-to-face confrontation with Mr. McMahon. Several Superstars compete for a chance at qualifying for a spot in the Elimination Chamber.

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  6. Raw Season 18 Episode 6 - February 8, 2010
    7.2/10(31 votes)

    #6 - February 8, 2010

    S18:E6

    John Cena lays the ground work for Bret Hart to get a measure of revenge on Mr. McMahon. In a Triple Threat Elimination Match, DX defends the Unified WWE Tag Team Championships against The Straight Edge Society and ShoMiz. Plus, NASCAR racer Carl Edwards serves Raw Guest Host, WWE Champion Sheamus faces ECW Champion Christian, and more.

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  7. Raw Season 18 Episode 7 - February 15, 2010
    6.0/10(33 votes)

    #7 - February 15, 2010

    S18:E7

    Bret Hart's frustrations with Mr. McMahon refusal to face him at WrestleMania force him to bid farewell to the WWE Universe. John Cena turns faces Triple H in the main event. Randy Orton's problems with Legacy escalate during his match against WWE Champion Sheamus. Plus, Jerry Springer serves as Raw Guest Host, ShoMiz in action, and more.

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  8. Raw Season 18 Episode 8 - February 22, 2010
    7.2/10(31 votes)

    #8 - February 22, 2010

    S18:E8

    After a shady deal between Mr. McMahon and new WWE Champion Batista comes to light, John Cena is given a chance to challenge The Animal for his title at WrestleMania if he can first defeat him in the main event. Shawn Michaels' continued pursuit for a rematch with The Undertaker leads The Deadman to accept his challenge on an unexpected condition.

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  9. Raw Season 18 Episode 9 - March 1, 2010
    7.3/10(35 votes)

    #9 - March 1, 2010

    S18:E9

    Comedic legends Cheech and Chong serve as Raw Guest Hosts. While Shawn Michaels challenges anyone to doubt his ability to end The Undertaker's storied undefeated streak at WrestleMania, Triple H looks to reunite DX to challenge ShoMiz for the WWE Tag Team Championships. Mr. McMahon invites an injured Bret Hart to a face-to-face confrontation.

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  10. Raw Season 18 Episode 10 - March 8, 2010
    7.1/10(33 votes)

    #10 - March 8, 2010

    S18:E10

    On a night where renowned illusionist Criss Angel serves as Raw Guest Host, Mr. McMahon pulls off an illusion of his own in a main event match against John Cena. With his career already at risk at WrestleMania, Shawn Michaels appeals to The Undertaker to raise the stakes. Sheamus' recent attempt to force Triple H to take notice of him pays off.

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  11. Raw Season 18 Episode 11 - March 15, 2010
    7.6/10(36 votes)

    #11 - March 15, 2010

    S18:E11

    "Stone Cold" Steve Austin returns as Raw Guest Host and mediates the contract signing between Bret Hart and Mr. McMahon. Shawn Michaels promises to use his match with World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho to send a message to The Undertaker. Plus, John Cena faces Big Show, WWE Champion Batista takes on Kofi Kingston, and more.

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  12. Raw Season 18 Episode 12 - March 22, 2010
    7.4/10(34 votes)

    #12 - March 22, 2010

    S18:E12

    The rivalry between John Cena and WWE Champion Batista explodes. Raw Guest Host Pete Rose gives Shawn Michaels a chance to swing for the fences in a special match against Kane. Mr. McMahon vows to screw Bret Hart once again. Plus, Sheamus & Legacy team up to take on Triple H & Randy Orton in a 3-On-2 Handicap Match and more.

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  13. Raw Season 18 Episode 13 - March 29, 2010
    8.2/10(42 votes)

    #13 - March 29, 2010

    S18:E13

    The storied career of one of the greatest performers in WWE history comes to a close as Shawn Michaels bids farewell to the WWE Universe. When his attempt to cash in his Money in the Bank contract fails, Jack Swagger teams with Batista to face Randy Orton & WWE Champion John Cena. After gaining closure with Mr. McMahon, Bret Hart finds a new enemy.

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  14. Raw Season 18 Episode 14 - April 5, 2010
    6.5/10(30 votes)

    #14 - April 5, 2010

    S18:E14

    Raw Guest Host and NXT Rookie David Otunga teams with John Cena to challenge ShoMiz for the Unified WWE Tag Team Championship. Jack Swagger begins his reign as the new World Heavyweight Champion by taking on Randy Orton. Triple H looks to hammer home a lesson to Sheamus. Plus, Ted DiBiase and Christian meet in singles action and more.

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  15. Raw Season 18 Episode 15 - April 12, 2010
    7.2/10(30 votes)

    #15 - April 12, 2010

    S18:E15

    In light of his recent betrayal of John Cena, NXT Rookie David Otunga is ordered by Raw Guest Host David Hasselhoff to go one-on-one with the current WWE Champion. Two former Evolution members clash in the main event as Batista faces off against Randy Orton. Plus, The Hart Dynasty begins a push for gold, Sheamus in action, and more.

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  16. Raw Season 18 Episode 16 - April 19, 2010
    7.9/10(33 votes)

    #16 - April 19, 2010

    S18:E16

    On a night where the entire Raw roster is absent do to some unusual circumstances, the Superstars of SmackDown look to seize control of Monday night, beginning with CM Punk and his Straight Edge Society picking a fight with Triple H. Jack Swagger goes one-on-one with The Undertaker. Raw Guest Host MacGruber partners with The Great Khali and more.

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  17. Raw Season 18 Episode 17 - April 26, 2010
    8.2/10(33 votes)

    #17 - April 26, 2010

    S18:E17

    The landscape of WWE is once again drastically altered by the WWE Draft. As Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown battle each other to earn their brand draft picks, a Triple Threat Match main event between Batista, Randy Orton, and Sheamus decides a new No. 1 Contender to challenge John Cena for the WWE Championship.

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  18. Raw Season 18 Episode 18 - May 3, 2010
    6.1/10(24 votes)

    #18 - May 3, 2010

    S18:E18

    After United States Champion The Miz offers up NXT Rookie Daniel Bryan to go one-on-one with Batista in a Beat the Clock Match, Chris Jericho follows suit by having John Cena battle his NXT Rookie, Wade Barrett. Raw Guest Host Wayne Brady makes an appearance on The Cutting Edge. The Hart Dynasty defends the Unified WWE Tag Team Championship.

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  19. Raw Season 18 Episode 19 - May 10, 2010
    6.1/10(25 votes)

    #19 - May 10, 2010

    S18:E19

    New Raw General Manager Vickie Guerrero punishes Randy Orton for his recent attacks on various Raw Guest Hosts by ordering him to face Edge and a mystery partner in a Handicap Match. Mark Henry comes to the aid of WWE Champion John Cena during an assault at the hands of Sheamus and Batista. All this and much more.

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  20. Raw Season 18 Episode 20 - May 17, 2010
    7.9/10(31 votes)

    #20 - May 17, 2010

    S18:E20

    WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart challenges The Miz for the United States Championship in a No Disqualification Match. In the main event, Sheamus goes one-on-one with WWE Champion John Cena. Plus, Randy Orton looks to give Edge a deathly surprise, Mark Henry gets some payback on Batista, and much more action.

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  21. Raw Season 18 Episode 21 - May 24, 2010
    6.5/10(25 votes)

    #21 - May 24, 2010

    S18:E21

    Batista quits WWE once Bret Hart takes over as General Manager. Edge and Chris Jericho both look to find their way into the upcoming Fatal 4-Way Match by battling WWE Champion John Cena in a Triple Threat Match. Plus, comedian Jon Lovitz hosts a special Superstar Search, R-Truth battles The Miz.

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  22. Raw Season 18 Episode 22 - May 31, 2010
    6.5/10(22 votes)

    #22 - May 31, 2010

    S18:E22

    On a night where Randy Orton & WWE Champion John Cena take on Edge & Sheamus, The Rated-R Superstar looks to eliminate The Viper from competition. Raw General Manager Bret Hart collaborates with Raw Guest Host Ashton Kutcher on ideas for an upcoming event. Despite being eliminated from NXT, Daniel Bryan goes one-on-one with The Miz.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Raw Season 18 Episode 23 - Raw - Jun. 07, 2010
    8.3/10(40 votes)

    #23 - Raw - Jun. 07, 2010

    S18:E23

    The WWE Universe takes control of what they want to see with the first ever Viewer's Choice edition of Raw. several top WWE Superstars compete in matches selected by the fans. However, things take shocking turn when a band of young talents led by Wade Barrett forces everyone to sit up and take notice of The Nexus.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Raw Season 18 Episode 24 - Raw - Jun. 14, 2010
    6.6/10(23 votes)

    #24 - Raw - Jun. 14, 2010

    S18:E24

    When Raw General Manager Bret Hart takes matters in his own hands to stop the brutal onslaught brought on by The Nexus, he learns the painful truth of strength in numbers. Despite being targeted for another assault by Wade Barrett and his band of NXT Rookies, WWE Champion John Cena partners with Randy Orton to face Edge & Sheamus.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Raw Season 18 Episode 25 - Raw - Jun. 21, 2010
    6.9/10(21 votes)

    #25 - Raw - Jun. 21, 2010

    S18:E25

    After firing and replacing Bret Hart as the Raw General Manager with someone with some anonymity, Mr. McMahon rehires The Nexus to shake things up in WWE. However, The Chairman soon discovers that the hand that feeds is in danger of being bitten. Sheamus defends the WWE Championship against John Cena. All this and much more.

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Season 18 Ratings Summary

"January 4, 2010" is the best rated episode of "Raw" season 18. It scored 8/10 based on 39 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/4/2010. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "January 11, 2010".