WWE Raw: 10 Things You Might Have Missed (Nov 14)

5. WWE Brilliantly Turning Goldberg Vs. Lesnar Back Around

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Just a few weeks ago, Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar had a nightmare with their in-ring promo. Fans rebelled against WWE's wishes, refusing to chant 'Goldberg' repeatedly. Instead, people even audibly shouted that 'Goldberg Sucks' and cheered for Lesnar. This was not what the promotion wanted at all, the former WCW star was supposed to be the sympathetic babyface for Survivor Series.

This week, things were turned back around. Delighted to see Goldberg and Lesnar in the flesh, fans on Raw were right behind the older Goldberg. Saying everything the audience wanted to hear, the former WCW and WWE World Champion came across like a genuine killer.

By contrast, Lesnar backed away from Goldberg in the end. This was crucial, and it only becomes apparent just how important when watching the segment multiple times. Had Brock squared up to Goldberg and came to blows with his Survivor Series foe, the same impact would not have been felt.

Now, the story has changed from an old veteran coming out of retirement for one more match to Goldberg being on par with Lesnar. Well played, WWE.

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