Raw Recap with Sam Roberts & Megan Morant

Episode: Jimmy & Jey Uso at Odds over LA Knight & The Vision

Date: September 23, 2025
Podcast: WWE x Fanatics Podcasts

Episode Overview

This week’s Raw Recap dives into a high-stakes and emotionally charged Monday Night Raw on Netflix. Sam Roberts and Megan Morant break down major moments—including Asuka's shocking betrayal of Iyo Sky, the intensifying family drama between Jimmy and Jey Uso, Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins' Champion vs. Champion confrontation, and the state of the Judgment Day. The episode is highlighted by an in-depth, candid live interview with Jimmy Uso, providing personal insights on the fractured brotherhood and their past with the Bloodline.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Asuka, Iyo Sky, and the Kabuki Warriors: Explosive Women’s Division Fallout

[00:01 – 12:00]

• Asuka's Betrayal & Green Mist Finish

  • Rhea Ripley left "beaten but not quite out," literally drenched in Asuka's green mist after a wild main event.
    Quote:

    “I don’t think Asuka has ever used that much mist in her entire career.” — Sam [00:01]

• Power Dynamics Among Asuka, Iyo, and Kairi Sane

  • Asuka’s forceful leadership is making both Kairi and Iyo question their loyalty and values, putting family and ambition on a collision course.
  • Kairi Sane appears reluctant to follow Asuka's new ruthless approach, with the hosts expressing concern (and some sympathy) for her internal struggle: Quote:

    “Tonight really was the first night where I started to feel a little scared for Kairi.” — Megan [02:25]

• Iyo’s Dilemma—Who is Family, Who is Foe?

  • Both hosts note the irony that Asuka once warned Iyo to stay away from Rhea Ripley, only for Rhea to give Iyo the same advice about Asuka.
  • The resulting schism sees Asuka orchestrate a turn on Iyo Sky, delivering a brutal spinning back fist and an Insane Elbow to cement the split.

• Women’s Division Stakes Raised

  • The hosts link this betrayal to wider commentary on what it takes to stay on top—Asuka is explicitly “switching up the game” and is now prepared to cross lines she hadn’t before.

• Potential Alliances:

  • With mutual respect, but now a common enemy, will Rhea and Iyo unite? Can Iyo truly turn against her mentor?

2. Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins: Champion vs. Champion Brings Personal Stakes

[12:00 – 21:45]

• Cody vs. Seth Face-Off—It’s Personal

  • Cody declares himself WWE’s “quarterback,” drawing Seth Rollins’ ire. Their upcoming Crown Jewel match isn’t just brand supremacy—it's about personal legacies, with unfinished business dating to their classic trilogy three years ago. Quote:

    “There is nobody on the roster more capable than me of being the quarterback, of being the number one guy in this promotion.” — Cody (quoted by Sam) [13:20]
    “That’s fine if you want to be the quarterback, but you’re going to be my quarterback.” — Seth Rollins (quoted by Sam) [19:40]

• Symbolism & Real-World Tension

  • Cody’s subtle flex—wearing the Crown Jewel ring—adds fuel to the rivalry. A real-life anecdote involving a gifted-but-unworn watch between the two men is used to illustrate their complex competitive relationship.

3. Exclusive: In-Depth Interview with Jimmy Uso

[24:42 – 39:34]

Family, Ambition, and the Tag Team’s Future

• On Teaming with Jey Again:

  • Jimmy shares that being back with his brother is “in his soul,” but recent losses and underlying tensions have made the reunion bittersweet.
    Quote:

    “Teaming up with my brother…that’s in my soul right there. Anytime I get to step in the ring with brother and we get to cook, it’s day one…it’s our lifestyle…But obviously, just not on the same page.” — Jimmy Uso [25:15]

• The Cost of Being the Top Guy:

  • Jimmy worries that Jey has adopted Roman Reigns’ tunnel-vision mentality since winning the World Heavyweight title—something that can lead to greatness, but at personal cost. Quote:

    “He ain’t the same bro…It’s coming at a cost; it’s good and it’s bad…” — Jimmy Uso [30:23]

• Singles Ambitions:

  • Despite speculation about his own singles aspirations, Jimmy says Jey’s victories are his as well:
    Quote:

    “Him being the champion was me being the champion…when I watch him come out every night…I got goosebumps…so I live vicariously through you every single row.” — Jimmy Uso [32:44]

• Rikishi’s (Dad) Advice:

  • Dad tells the twins: “Handle that, or I’ll handle it for you.” [34:11]

• Defining What It Means to Be the Usos:

  • Jimmy asserts that “there’s no half measures”—either they're both all-in as a tag team, or they go their own ways.
    Quote:

    “If you’re gonna be the Usos, you have to be the Usos. There’s no half measures.” — Sam [34:40]

• Raw Emotions & Uncertain Future:

  • The interview ends with both vulnerability and resolve:
    Quote:

    “It’s a black cloud that’s always falling on us. You can’t pick your family…There’s always going to be something. How do we respond?” — Jimmy Uso [38:57]

4. The State of the Judgment Day & Dirty Dom’s Dilemmas

[48:19 – 55:06]

• Dominic Mysterio’s Friendship with JD McDonagh and Finn Balor Tension

  • Dom “turns his back” on JD by not helping him in-ring, focusing instead on self-preservation for his title defense.
  • The team notes:
    Quote:

    “He wasn’t a mega champion of friendship.” — Megan [48:51]
    “He wasn’t the Friendship Mega Champion. He never claimed to be... He’s already got two belts.” — Sam [48:55]

• Clicky Nature of WWE Factions

  • Running joke about how “everyone in WWE is getting very clicky,” with parallels across the Kabuki Warriors, Judgment Day, and the Usos:
    Quote:

    “Something’s going on in WWE right now where everybody is getting very clicky.” — Sam [50:08]

• Psychological Underpinnings of Dominic’s Actions

  • Sam psychoanalyzes Dom, tying childhood trauma (kayfabeed paternity ladder match) to his current interpersonal struggles.

5. Other Notable Segments & Hot Takes

AJ Styles vs. John Cena Tease [42:04 – 47:57]

• John Cena’s cryptic social posts fuel speculation of a future display with AJ Styles—both hosts express major enthusiasm: Quote:

  “AJ Styles and John Cena could put on matches that leave younger wrestlers with their jaws on the floor… Yes, I want to see John Cena vs AJ Styles.” — Sam [46:25]

Looking Ahead to Crown Jewel and No Mercy [56:39 – End]

• The Women’s Division heats up: Stephanie Vacair is set to face the SmackDown women’s title winner (Jade Cargill, Tiffany Stratton, or Nia Jax); all potential matches are described as “dream matches.”
• Hype for next week’s Raw:
  • AJ Styles & Dragon Lee vs two members of Grande Americano
  • Bayley vs Raquel (with speculation over which version of Bayley will appear)
  • Rusev vs Dominic Mysterio for the Intercontinental Title
  • Jimmy & Jey vs The Vision in Texas Tornado rules

Notable Quotes/Riff Highlights

• “Kairie doesn’t want to do this stuff…she’s timid is not the word…she’s a lethal weapon. But she doesn’t want to hit these people…Except Asuka is asking for her to use that power.” — Sam [05:27]

• “If the strategy is not working, that doesn’t mean you change the goal. It means you change the strategy. And I think that’s what Asuka is doing.” — Sam [07:50]

• “Tonight really was the first night where I started to feel a little scared for Kairi.” — Megan [02:25]

• On Cody vs Seth:
  “...it’s beyond just who’s the best on any given night…It’s the real deal. This is deeply, deeply personal.” — Sam [14:47]

• “He’s acting like Roman Reigns…we grew up together and take to heart what Big Uce says…But I just feel like my brother is trying to be exactly that.” — Jimmy Uso [28:28]

• “There’s always going to be something. How do we respond?” — Jimmy Uso [38:57]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Asuka/Iyo/Kabuki Warriors fallout: [00:01 – 12:00]
• Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins confrontation: [12:00 – 21:45]
• Jimmy Uso Interview: [24:42 – 39:34]
• John Cena vs. AJ Styles speculation: [42:04 – 47:57]
• Judgment Day, Dirty Dom analysis: [48:19 – 55:06]
• Future matches/Raw & PLE previews: [56:39 – End]

Episode Tone & Style

The rapport between Sam and Megan is both analytical and playful, keeping kayfabe alive while breaking the fourth wall with inside industry insights, therapist-level hot takes, and friendly jabs.

For Listeners/Readers

This episode is a must-listen (or -read) for WWE fans invested in the current state of championship rivalries, women’s wrestling, and especially those following the high drama of Jimmy & Jey Uso. It mixes storyline dissections with real-life emotions, perfectly blending entertainment and analysis.