The Vision member Bron Breakker is reportedly expected to be fine after limping out of his match with Seth Rollins on this week’s WWE Raw, a welcome relief for a superstar positioned for a major push.
Breakker appeared to be hurt following the bout, and a video circulated online afterward that seemed to show him limping. That clip sparked immediate concern among fans given the trajectory WWE has him on.
As per a new report from False Finish, the scare amounted to nothing more than him being “banged up,” with no time off expected.
The outlet reported that the situation is minor and will not impact his ability to compete moving forward.
“Bron Breakker was indeed banged up after his match with Seth Rollins on #WWERAW but nothing that will affect him or working in-ring moving forward,” False Finish posted.
False Finish has learned that Bron Breakker was indeed banged up after his match with Seth Rollins on #WWERAW but nothing that will affect him or working in-ring moving forward pic.twitter.com/W7YAZ4njeI
The timing of the scare added to the worry. Breakker only recently returned to action, and another setback would have been a damaging blow as the promotion looks to move him further up the card.
WWE Raw airs tonight (Monday, June 1, 2026) from Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy, live on Netflix at a special start time of 2 PM ET.
WWE stays in Turin for the Clash in Italy fallout, broadcasting from the same building where the PLE wrapped Sunday. Tonight kicks off both the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments, and Roman Reigns is set to hold an acknowledgment ceremony for Jacob Fatu. Here’s everything you need to know including start times, how to watch, and the full card.
How to Watch WWE Raw Tonight
Date
Monday, June 1, 2026
Venue
Inalpi Arena, Turin, Italy
Channel/Stream
Netflix (Worldwide)
US Start Time
2 PM ET / 1 PM CT / 11 AM PT
UK Start Time
7 PM BST
India Start Time
11:30 PM IST
Note the daytime slot. Because Raw is live from Italy, it streams at 2 PM ET instead of the usual 8 PM, and the show will carry special start times for the rest of the European Summer Tour until WWE returns stateside.
WWE Raw Match Card for June 1, 2026
Here are the matches and segments announced for tonight’s show:
Oba Femi vs. Penta vs. Solo Sikoa vs. Carmelo Hayes (King of the Ring First-Round Match)
The men’s bracket opens with a four-way. Penta carries the Intercontinental Championship into the field but wants the main-event rise a tournament win provides. Oba Femi enters fresh off a brutal beating from Brock Lesnar at Clash in Italy, his second loss to The Beast in as many months. The King and Queen of the Ring winners earn world title shots at SummerSlam.
Roman Reigns Acknowledgment Ceremony
Reigns beat Jacob Fatu in Tribal Combat on Sunday to retain the World Heavyweight Championship and his standing as Tribal Chief. The stipulation forces Fatu to acknowledge Reigns, and commentary confirmed the ceremony would happen tonight. Fatu left ringside alongside Reigns and The Usos after the match, but whether he falls in line cleanly is the question.
Queen of the Ring Tournament Begins
Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan has entered herself into the field, looking to leave SummerSlam with two titles. She’s grouped with Becky Lynch, Alexa Bliss, and Chelsea Green in the first round, though WWE has not confirmed whether that match takes place tonight.
Road to WWE Night of Champions 2026
Night of Champions 2026 takes place Saturday, June 27 at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
With Clash in Italy in the books, tonight starts the build to Riyadh. The King and Queen of the Ring brackets run over the coming weeks toward SummerSlam title shots, while the Reigns-Fatu situation and Sol Ruca’s shocking Women’s Intercontinental Championship win over Becky Lynch reshape the Raw picture heading into the next PLE.
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WWE Raw General Manager Adam Pearce checked in with a video message Sunday morning to deliver his OFFICIAL “mini-preview” for this week’s show.
The final Raw before Clash in Italy has two segments locked in, and a tag team grudge match just added to on the card. Monday’s Memorial Day broadcast features a contract signing for the Tribal Combat main event in Turin, Oba Femi’s response to Brock Lesnar, and Bayley and Lyra Valkyria against The Judgment Day.
Your OFFICIAL #WWERaw Mini-Preview for tomorrow night in Columbus, Ohio!
Here are the segments and matches announced for Monday’s show:
Oba Femi Opens Raw After Brock Lesnar’s Ambush
Oba Femi kicks off the broadcast and is expected to respond to Brock Lesnar. On the May 18 Raw, Lesnar interrupted Femi’s weekly open challenge and dropped The Ruler with four F5s, his first WWE television appearance since WrestleMania 42.
Lesnar had appeared to retire after losing to Femi at WrestleMania 42, leaving his gloves and boots behind in the ring. That story reversed when Paul Heyman handed General Manager Adam Pearce a Clash in Italy contract already signed by Lesnar, locking in a rematch. Femi gets the microphone Monday to give his answer. More on Lesnar’s return and the rematch booking.
Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu Contract Signing for Tribal Combat
World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns (c) and Jacob Fatu put pen to paper for their Tribal Combat match at Clash in Italy. Fatu issued the challenge from the entrance stage on the May 18 Raw, and Reigns accepted after standing tall in a brawl with help from The Usos.
The stipulation pushes the stakes well past the title. Tribal Combat carries no disqualifications and no count-outs, and the loser is forced to bow and acknowledge the winner as Tribal Chief. Reigns already retained the championship against Fatu at Backlash, so Turin is a rematch with the family hierarchy on the line. Expect both men to make the signing personal before they ever reach Italy.
Bayley and Lyra Valkyria vs. The Judgment Day
Bayley and Lyra Valkyria are in tag team action against The Judgment Day. The pairing came to the aid of WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Paige and Brie Bella on the May 18 Raw, after Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez attacked the champions following their title defense.
Road to WWE Clash in Italy 2026
Clash in Italy 2026 takes place Sunday, May 31 at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, WWE’s first Premium Live Event held in Italy.
Monday’s show is the last Raw before the event. Beyond Reigns vs. Fatu and Lesnar vs. Femi, the card features Cody Rhodes defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against GUNTHER and Rhea Ripley defending the WWE Women’s Championship against Jade Cargill.
WWE Raw airs Monday, May 25, 2026, from the Schottenstein Center in Columbus, Ohio, live on Netflix starting at 8 PM ET.
WWE has announced two big items for Monday’s Raw from the Schottenstein Center in Columbus, Ohio.
WWE rolls into Columbus for the final Raw before Clash in Italy, and the red brand has two segments locked in. Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu hold a contract signing for their Tribal Combat match, and Oba Femi opens the show in the wake of Brock Lesnar’s surprise return.
WWE Raw Preview for May 25, 2026
Here are the segments announced for Monday’s show:
Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu Contract Signing
World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu put pen to paper Monday ahead of their Tribal Combat match at Clash in Italy. Fatu issued the challenge from the entrance stage on the May 18 Raw, and Reigns accepted after standing tall in a brawl with help from The Usos.
Oba Femi kicks off Monday’s broadcast and is expected to respond to Brock Lesnar’s return. Lesnar interrupted Femi’s weekly open challenge on the May 18 Raw and dropped The Ruler with four F5s in his first WWE television appearance since WrestleMania 42.
Lesnar had walked away from the ring after losing to Femi at WrestleMania 42, leaving his boots and gloves behind. That changed on May 18, when Paul Heyman handed Adam Pearce a Clash in Italy contract signed by Lesnar, confirming Lesnar is officially unretired for a rematch with Femi. Femi now gets the microphone to answer.
Road to WWE Clash in Italy 2026
Clash in Italy 2026 takes place Sunday, May 31 at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy, WWE’s first Premium Live Event in the country.
Monday’s Raw is the last red-brand show before the event. The Reigns and Fatu signing locks in the Tribal Combat main event picture, while Femi’s promo sets the table for his rematch with Lesnar. Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes defends his title against GUNTHER on the same card.
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WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan had anticipated the possibility of a negative crowd reaction before his appearance during WWE Raw’s Netflix debut episode in January last year.
The two-time WWE Hall of Famer made a brief return during the historic broadcast from the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
Longtime friend and manager Jimmy Hart discussed the backstage dynamics surrounding Hogan’s appearance in a recent interview on the “What Do You Wanna Talk About?” podcast, revealing that Hogan was aware the crowd could turn against him before they walked through the curtain.
According to Hart, the situation began when Hogan wore a Trump-Vance shirt during pre-taped material filmed in California.
Hart admitted he immediately felt uncomfortable about the decision and warned Hogan about potential backlash.
“Here’s what happened, though—and I told Hulk before we went. And you know, I love you, Hulkster, but I’m going to tell the truth on this,” Hart explained.
“He wore a Trump–Vance T-shirt when we did some pre-tape stuff. I said, ‘You know where we’re going—we’re going to California.’ And like I said before, I’m not a Democrat or Republican—I’m a jabroni. But here’s the deal—I said, ‘I don’t like this.’ He said, ‘Jimmy, don’t worry about it.’”
Confrontation Outside the Arena
The tension escalated before the segment even aired, according to Hart. He revealed that fans confronted Hogan directly outside the building upon their arrival at the Honda Center.
“We get out of the van—the nice Town Car pulls up—and some fans go, ‘Hulk, we loved you, but we don’t like you anymore because you’re…’ Oh my God,” Hart recalled. “I said, ‘Hulk…’ And he goes, ‘I don’t feel good about this, Jimmy.’”
Despite sensing the hostile atmosphere, Hogan insisted on moving forward with the appearance. Hart remained nervous throughout rehearsals and could feel the crowd reaction intensifying once they walked out in front of the live audience.
Hogan Accepted the Consequences
Hart explained that Hogan focused on the business side of the reaction after returning backstage, noting that the segment drew strong ratings despite the negative response.
“Hulk comes in like, ‘Hey, the ratings were good on that segment we did.’ And I said, ‘Well, I guess they should be—with all the commotion that happened,’” Hart said.
Hogan openly acknowledged he understood why the backlash occurred and accepted the consequences tied to his political stance.
“And he goes, ‘Jimmy, look—sometimes you’ve got to do what you’ve got to do.’ He said, ‘I’ve made my bed, and I’ve got to lie in it. That’s who I wanted to vote for—that’s what I wanted to do.’ He said, ‘I knew in my heart going in there it might be a catchy situation,’ but he knew it,” Hart revealed.
Hart also recalled Pat McAfee parodying the situation on his show the following day, with a skit featuring someone dressed as Hogan.
“They had a guy dressed up like Hulk going, ‘I told Jimmy Hart not to wear that silly jacket! I told Jimmy Hart not to have that hairstyle!’ But it turned out great, you know?” Hart said.
WWE RAW has announced new content for the May 18 episode. General Manager Adam Pearce revealed the additions through an Instagram video on May 17.
Pearce announced a six-man tornado tag team match featuring multiple masked competitors. The match will involve different versions of El Grande Americano and associated performers.
“Trios tornado tag. You heard me, right? El Grande Americano y los Americanos contra Grande Americano original y los Americanos hermanos. All six men in the ring at the same time, all wearing masks, all Grande Americano. If you’re confused, so am I,” Pearce stated in the video.
The announcement also referenced additional segments and matches for the broadcast. Pearce indicated that multiple storylines will continue from previous episodes.
The May 18 edition of WWE RAW streams live on Netflix from Greensboro, North Carolina. The episode will feature the announced tornado tag match along with other scheduled content.
WWE Raw on Netflix continues its post-WrestleMania 42 decline.
As per Netflix, the May 4 episode of WWE Raw drew 2.7 million global views and 4.6 million global hours viewed. The numbers mark the second straight week of declining viewership.
The go-home edition before WWE Backlash, which featured Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu in the main event storyline, dropped 100,000 views from the previous week.
The 2.7 million global views represent the lowest figure since the February 16 episode, while the 4.6 million hours viewed are the lowest since January 19.
The episode finished seventh globally on Netflix’s top ten chart, trailing sixth place by 400,000 views and ahead of eighth by 200,000. WWE Raw appeared in the top ten across 21 countries and ranked eighth in the United States specifically.
Viewership Trends Since WrestleMania
The April 20 post-WrestleMania 42 episode peaked at 3.3 million global views and 6.6 million hours viewed. Since then, viewership has declined each week, dropping from 2.9 million views on April 27 to the current 2.7 million.
The May 4 episode ran 1 hour and 36 minutes, shorter than recent broadcasts. Netflix’s leader for the week was Man on Fire with 12.6 million global views and 70.2 million global hours viewed.
The Hulk Hogan: Real American docuseries dropped out of Netflix’s global top ten after two weeks on the chart. Over the last ten weeks, Raw has averaged 2.93 million global views and 5.48 million global hours viewed.
Last reported 10 weeks of WWE Raw on Netflix viewership:
WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns recently suffered an injury during a violent confrontation with Jacob Fatu on Monday Night Raw.
The incident occurred during an acknowledgment ceremony that quickly devolved into chaos. The confrontation started as Jacob Fatu refused to listen to Jey Uso’s warnings and attacked him with a headbutt in the backstage area.
This led to a back-and-forth brawl between Fatu and Reigns that involved multiple chair shots and signature moves throughout the segment.
After choking OTC with Tongan Death Grip, Fatu slammed his cousin through the commentary table with a vicious Power Bomb and followed it with a Running Hip Attack through the barricade. The impact resulted in Reigns suffering a deep cut near his left elbow, with blood visibly pouring from the wound.
After the show went off-air, Roman Reigns could be seen being attended to by the medical staff.
ROMAN REIGNS INJURED!!!
Roman Reigns was seemingly injured after Jacob Fatu's heinous attack on RAW!!
The star was seen leaving the arena with a towel around his left arm.#WWE#WWERAW
— Pro Wrestling Takes (@ProWresTakes) May 12, 2026
What’s Next
Reigns appeared to have suffered only a minor injury from the incident. The attack continues the ongoing storyline tensions within The Bloodline faction as internal conflicts continue to boil over on WWE programming.
Asuka is in Knoxville and ready to appear on tonight’s RAW if creative dictates, per Mike Johnson of PWInsider Elite. That detail tempers some of the more dramatic reporting that has emerged since her loss to IYO SKY at WWE Backlash on Saturday. Sean Ross Sapp now says she’ll be on Raw:
Asuka is planned to be on WWE Raw tonight
— Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful.com (@SeanRossSapp) May 11, 2026
The new information lands in the middle of a tangled reporting cycle. Dave Meltzer reported on Wrestling Observer Radio that Asuka is “semi-retired” and that people backstage said their goodbyes after Backlash.
ViperReports (via BodySlam) pushed back on that framing, characterizing Asuka as out indefinitely for undisclosed personal reasons but not retiring.
Fightful Select called the situation “a mystery” even to people inside WWE, though their sources said they don’t believe she’s had her final match.
Contract Context
Asuka signed a long-term deal with WWE in the summer of 2024, reportedly running roughly five years. Plenty of time left on paper, which is part of why an outright retirement struck people as off, though stepping away for personal reasons while under contract isn’t unprecedented.
Neither WWE nor Asuka have issued any public statement, and her social media has been quiet since Backlash.
Where it stands as of Monday afternoon: Asuka is reportedly at the RAW venue, the Japan family-matter story is unverified, and the broader “semi-retired” versus “personal leave” framing remains contested. Tonight’s show should answer at least one question — whether she’s on television.
WWE has released an updated appearance schedule for World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns that now extends well into June, reversing course after his name was removed from all June promotional material just last week.
The new graphic, posted on WWE’s social media accounts following Reigns’ successful title defense at Backlash 2026, confirms the champion for seven upcoming dates.
Get ready to throw the ??s up for your Tribal Chief!
Reigns will appear on tonight’s Raw in Knoxville, Tennessee, where an Acknowledgment Ceremony has been announced by General Manager Adam Pearce. He is also confirmed for Raw on May 18 in Greensboro, North Carolina, and May 25 in Columbus, Ohio.
The schedule then extends to Clash in Italy on May 31 at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, which marks WWE’s first-ever premium live event in Italy. Reigns is also listed for the June 1 episode of Raw emanating from the same venue the following night. Two additional June Raw appearances follow on June 15 in Baltimore, Maryland, and June 29 in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
June Dates Mark a Shift From Earlier Reports
The updated schedule is notable because Reigns was pulled from all four previously advertised June Raw episodes just days ago. Those dates included Turin, Paris, Baltimore, and London. Per Dave Meltzer of F4WOnline.com, the removal was tied to WWE’s decision not to use Reigns at Night of Champions 2026 in Saudi Arabia on June 27.
The removal sparked widespread speculation about Reigns’ future, including unfounded rumors about pay disputes. Those rumors were addressed and debunked by multiple outlets, with Wrestlevotes Radio on Fightful Select stating that Reigns “isn’t going anywhere” and that the June dates were “promoted in error.”
Now, with Backlash behind him and the World Heavyweight Championship still around his waist, WWE appears to have recalibrated. Reigns is back on three of the four June Raw dates he was originally removed from, with only the June 8 Paris and June 22 London episodes remaining off his schedule. Per the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Reigns is expected to return in July to begin the build toward SummerSlam after completing his May and June commitments.
Backlash Fallout Fuels the Road to Clash in Italy
Reigns retained the World Heavyweight Championship at Backlash on Saturday, defeating Jacob Fatu in an 18-minute main event in Tampa. The finish came after Reigns exposed a turnbuckle behind the referee’s back and drove Fatu face-first into the steel before connecting with a spear. Fatu snapped after the loss, attacking Reigns and WWE officials repeatedly before standing over the champion with the title belt as Backlash went off the air.
In a post-match interview, Reigns declared that Backlash would be Fatu’s “last night” in WWE. Whether that threat plays into storyline consequences on tonight’s Raw or sets the stage for a rematch at Clash in Italy remains to be seen, but Reigns is now confirmed to be on television every week through the end of May and on key dates in June as the road to Italy takes shape.
Reigns is notably absent from the May 23 Saturday Night’s Main Event special in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and will skip Night of Champions entirely. His next confirmed PLE appearance after Clash in Italy has not been announced.
WWE Raw airs tonight (Monday, May 11, 2026) from the Food City Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, live on Netflix starting at 8 PM ET.
Raw heads into Knoxville two nights after Backlash with one storyline towering over the rest: Jacob Fatu attacked Roman Reigns after losing the World Heavyweight Championship match on Saturday, and tonight Fatu is being made to acknowledge Reigns to his face.
Adam Pearce has also lined up an Oba Femi open challenge, a six-man tag pitting The Vision against Joe Hendry and The Street Profits, and a Women’s Tag Team Championship appearance from Paige and Brie Bella.
How to Watch WWE Raw Tonight
Date
Monday, May 11, 2026
Venue
Food City Center, Knoxville, Tennessee
Channel/Stream
Netflix (Worldwide)
US Start Time
8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT
UK Start Time
1 AM GMT (Tuesday, May 12)
India Start Time
6:30 AM IST (Tuesday, May 12)
Duration
2 hours
WWE Raw Match Card for May 11, 2026
Here are the matches and segments announced for tonight’s show:
Roman Reigns Acknowledgment Ceremony (Jacob Fatu participates)
Reigns retained the World Heavyweight Championship at Backlash, then took a prolonged post-match beatdown from Fatu that also caught Pearce and producer Shane Helms. Pearce has confirmed Fatu will take part in the ceremony tonight, and the framing is plain: the Samoan Werewolf has to acknowledge the man who just beat him.
Whether Fatu actually does or turns the segment into another assault is the only real question. Reigns, off the back of the win and Saturday’s attack, already told the cameras Fatu doesn’t belong here.
The Street Profits and Joe Hendry vs. The Vision (Six-Man Tag Team Match)
Bron Breakker, Logan Paul, and Austin Theory get the rematch the past few weeks have been building toward. Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins have been chasing the World Tag Team Titles since returning, and Hendry’s musical stylings have already gotten under Logan Paul’s skin.
Seth Rollins, who lost to Breakker at Backlash after Vision interference, is the wild card. Whether he stays out of this one or shows up to even the count is worth watching.
Oba Femi Open Challenge
The Ruler put Otis away in under two minutes last week. Femi remains undefeated since arriving on the main roster, and nobody on the roster has made it past the five-minute mark with him. Whoever answers tonight walks in as a heavy underdog, which is exactly the booking the segment needs to keep working.
Paige and Brie Bella Respond to The Judgment Day
The Women’s Tag Team Champions accepted Judgment Day’s invitation last week. Liv Morgan, Roxanne Perez, and the rest of the group asked them to come to Raw, and Paige and Brie Bella will be in the building tonight to hear what Morgan wants face-to-face.
CM Punk and Becky Lynch Also Advertised
WWE has CM Punk and Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch listed for the show on WWE.com, with no segments yet attached to either name as of Monday morning.
Road to Saturday Night’s Main Event and Clash in Italy
Saturday Night’s Main Event takes place Saturday, May 23 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with Clash in Italy following on Sunday, May 31 from the Inalpi Arena in Turin.
Tonight begins the build for both. The obvious watch is whether WWE drops a Reigns vs. Fatu rematch onto either card. Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther for the Undisputed WWE Championship is already locked in for Italy.
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Roman Reigns is set to receive an Acknowledgment Ceremony on the May 12 episode of Monday Night RAW, following his successful World Heavyweight Championship defense against Jacob Fatu at WWE Backlash on May 9 in Tampa, Florida. RAW General Manager Adam Pearce announced the segment on social media.
Pearce also confirmed that Jacob Fatu will appear on the show. The announcement comes after Reigns told Fatu “This is your last night here” following their Backlash main event, setting up potential confrontation when the two share the same building again.
Your OFFICIAL #WWERaw Mini-Preview for tomorrow night in Knoxville, Tennessee!
WWE has confirmed another Oba Femi Open Challenge for the May 12 episode as the dominant champion continues his run through challengers. The Street Profits and Joe Hendry will team up to face Bron Breakker, Logan Paul, and Austin Theory in six-man tag action.
Brie Bella and Paige are also scheduled to appear on RAW to address recent issues involving Judgment Day. The segment marks a continuation of storylines involving the veteran wrestlers and the faction.
Reigns has held the World Heavyweight Championship for 21 days after defeating CM Punk at WrestleMania 42 Night 2 on April 19 in Paradise, Nevada. His defense against Fatu at Backlash marked his first title defense since winning the championship.
WWE has officially announced 16 new live event dates for Raw and SmackDown this summer, spanning cities across the United States from late June through Labor Day weekend.
Tickets for all events go on sale Friday, May 15 at 10am local time in each market. Fans can get early access through an exclusive presale starting Thursday, May 14 at 10am local. Full event information and tickets are available at WWE.com/Events.
Full Schedule of Dates
Monday, June 29 – Atlantic City, NJ | RAW/SmackDown | Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
Monday, July 6 – Chicago, IL | RAW | Allstate Arena
Friday, July 10 – Oklahoma City, OK | SmackDown | Paycom Center
Monday, July 13 – Dallas, TX | RAW | American Airlines Center
Friday, July 17 – Albany, NY | SmackDown | MVP Arena
Monday, July 20 – Detroit, MI | RAW | Little Caesars Arena
Friday, July 24 – Oakland, CA | SmackDown | Oakland Arena
Monday, July 27 – Inglewood, CA | RAW | Intuit Dome
Friday, July 31 – Green Bay, WI | SmackDown | Resch Center
Monday, August 3 – Des Moines, IA | RAW | Casey’s Center
Monday, August 10 – Norfolk, VA | RAW | Scope Arena
Monday, August 17 – Buffalo, NY | RAW | KeyBank Center
Monday, August 31 – Charlotte, NC | RAW | Spectrum Center
Friday, September 4 – Cincinnati, OH | SmackDown | Heritage Bank Center
Monday, September 7 – Birmingham, AL | RAW | Legacy Center at BJCC
The run kicks off with a rare combined Raw/SmackDown event in Atlantic City on June 29 before splitting into separate brand tours through the summer. Notable stops include Inglewood’s Intuit Dome (July 27), the Allstate Arena in Chicago (July 6), and a Labor Day weekend doubleheader in Charlotte and Cincinnati.
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WWE Raw airs (Monday, May 4, 2026) live on Netflix starting at 8 PM ET.
The go-home show for WWE Backlash 2026 (May 9, Tampa) is packed with major segments and in-ring action. Here’s everything you need to know — start times, how to watch, and the full announced card.
How to Watch WWE Raw
Date
Monday, May 4, 2026
Channel/Stream
Netflix (US and Worldwide)
US Start Time
8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT
UK Start Time
1 AM GMT (Tuesday)
India Start Time
6:30 AM IST (Tuesday)
Duration
2 hours
WWE Raw Card for May 4, 2026
Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu Contract Signing
The biggest segment of the night. Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu will stand across the table from each other for the official contract signing ahead of their clash at Backlash 2026 this Saturday. These segments rarely go smoothly, and with the bad blood between Reigns and The Bloodline running as deep as it does, expect fireworks before the ink dries. Backlash is five days away — this could set the final tone for their feud.
Asuka and IYO SKY Sit-Down Discussion
Ahead of their match at Backlash on Saturday, Asuka and IYO SKY sit down face-to-face in what is sure to be an emotionally charged exchange. The two were former tag team partners and allies, making this rivalry one of the most personal on the Raw roster. Expect this segment to provide the final emotional chapter before their in-ring collision in Tampa.
Je’Von Evans & Penta vs. Rusev & Ethan Page
A high-energy tag team match pitting the explosive combination of Je’Von Evans and Penta against the powerhouse duo of Rusev and Ethan Page. Evans has been one of Raw’s most electrifying young stars in recent months, and Penta brings an unpredictable edge. Rusev and Page are a dangerous pairing — this one should deliver in a big way.
Finn Balor vs. JD McDonagh
The former Judgment Day partners finally collide one-on-one. Finn Balor takes on JD McDonagh in what promises to be a technically sharp, hard-hitting bout between two men who know each other’s games inside and out. The history between them adds a compelling layer — expect a physical, personal match.
Sol Ruca Signs Her Raw Contract
Sol Ruca makes it official, signing her Raw contract and officially joining the main roster. The former NXT standout is one of the most athletic performers in all of WWE, known for her incredible agility and crowd-pleasing Sol Snatcher finisher. Her arrival on Raw is a significant moment — watch for a statement following the signing.
Oba Femi’s Open Challenge Begins
Oba Femi kicks off what could be a long-running open challenge segment series on Raw. The dominant big man is looking to make a statement and put the locker room on notice. Who answers the call? This is the kind of segment that could launch a new rivalry or deliver an unexpected surprise.
Road to WWE Backlash 2026
WWE Backlash 2026 takes place this Saturday, May 9, live from Tampa, Florida, streaming on Netflix. The card is headlined by Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu, with Asuka vs. IYO SKY also confirmed.
On the final WWE Raw before Backlash — every segment counts.
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Adam Pearce has announced the lineup via Twitter for Monday’s WWE Raw on May 5. The card features two contract signings. Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu will put pen to paper on their World Heavyweight Championship match at Backlash on May 9 in Tampa, Florida. Sol Ruca will also officially sign her Raw contract, completing her call-up from NXT following appearances on the brand in recent weeks.
Oba Femi will issue an open challenge, giving the man who defeated Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 42 another opportunity to make a statement as he builds momentum. In tag team action, Intercontinental Champion Penta teams with Je’Von Evans to face Rusev and Ethan Page. Page made his main roster debut on Raw earlier this month after his call-up from NXT, where he held both the NXT Championship and the North American Championship during his developmental run.
Finn Balor and JD McDonagh will meet in singles competition for the second time in recent weeks. Balor scored a victory over McDonagh on the Raw after WrestleMania 42 before Dominik Mysterio attacked him from behind following the match.
Pearce also announced that Asuka and IYO SKY will appear on the show, with the aim of having both women lay everything on the line before their scheduled Backlash match. The program between the two has been developing for months and took a turn with the release of Kairi Sane, who had been positioned between the two before being let go in the post-WrestleMania 42 roster cuts.
WWE Raw airs tonight (Monday, April 27, 2026) from Sames Auto Arena in Laredo, Texas, live on Netflix starting at 8 PM ET.
WWE continues the road to Backlash with its second show out of WrestleMania 42. Tonight’s episode features Roman Reigns answering Jacob Fatu’s World Heavyweight Championship challenge, Seth Rollins opening the broadcast, the Raw debut of Joe Hendry, and a return appearance from new Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch. Here’s everything you need to know including start times, how to watch, and the full announced card.
How to Watch WWE Raw Tonight
Date
Monday, April 27, 2026
Venue
Sames Auto Arena, Laredo, Texas
Channel/Stream
Netflix (Worldwide)
US Start Time
8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT
UK Start Time
1 AM GMT (Tuesday, April 28)
India Start Time
5:30 AM IST (Tuesday, April 28)
Duration
2 hours
WWE Raw Match Card for April 27, 2026
Here are the matches and segments announced for tonight’s show:
Seth Rollins Opens the Show
Adam Pearce has confirmed that Seth Rollins will kick off tonight’s broadcast with something to get off his chest. Bron Breakker cost Rollins his match against Gunther at WrestleMania 42 and laid him out with multiple spears on last week’s Raw. Tonight is the first chance for The Visionary to address the betrayal directly.
Roman Reigns Responds to Jacob Fatu’s Backlash Challenge
World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns is in Laredo to answer Jacob Fatu’s challenge for Backlash. Fatu interrupted Reigns’ celebration on the Raw After WrestleMania, telling his cousin he needs the title. The Usos pushed back on Fatu during the following SmackDown, leaving Reigns to make his own call on whether to grant the match.
Penta vs. Rusev
Intercontinental Champion Penta meets Rusev in non-title singles action. Rusev cost Je’Von Evans a match against Ethan Page on last week’s Raw, then locked Penta in the Accolade and posed with the Intercontinental Championship after the assist. Tonight’s bout is the first measuring stick for what Rusev wants from the title scene heading into Backlash.
Bayley and Lyra Valkyria vs. Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez (w/ Liv Morgan)
Bayley and Lyra Valkyria face Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez in tag action, with Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan in the corner of her Judgment Day partners. Morgan won the title at WrestleMania with help from Rodriguez and Perez, and tonight gives both teams a chance to make a statement on the night the new champion runs Raw.
Joe Hendry Holds His First Raw Concert
Joe Hendry makes his official Raw debut tonight after WWE confirmed his promotion to the main roster last week. Hendry is set to celebrate the call-up with a live concert, the first segment of its kind on Raw. He follows Sol Ruca and Ethan Page on the latest wave of NXT call-ups to the red brand.
Becky Lynch Returns as Women’s Intercontinental Champion
Becky Lynch is back on Raw for the first time since defeating AJ Lee at WrestleMania 42 to become a three-time Women’s Intercontinental Champion. The win also moved Lynch past AJ on the all-time WrestleMania victories list among women. Whether tonight’s appearance is a celebration, a callout, or a setup for her first defense, expect The Man to use the microphone.
Road to WWE Backlash 2026
WWE Backlash 2026 takes place Saturday, May 9 at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida.
Tonight’s Raw is the second show on the road to Backlash, and the Reigns segment is expected to officially lock in the World Heavyweight Championship match for the card. Additional Backlash announcements are possible across the women’s, intercontinental, and tag team divisions as WWE fills out the Tampa lineup.
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WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns is set to appear on Monday’s edition of WWE Raw from Laredo, Texas. WWE Raw General Manager Adam Pearce has announced that ‘OTC’ will address Jacob Fatu’s World Heavyweight Championship challenge.
Fatu issued the challenge for Backlash following recent tensions between the two superstars. Reigns’ response will set the stage for the upcoming premium live event and could have major implications for the World Heavyweight Championship picture heading into the spring.
“I can confirm the OTC Roman Reigns will make his decision about Jacob Fatu’s challenge for the World Heavyweight Championship at Backlash,” Pearce said.
Seth Rollins is will kick off the broadcast. Joe Hendry is scheduled to host his first Raw concert as an official member of the red brand’s roster, and Becky Lynch has also been announced to appear.
Penta vs. Rusev Added to Raw
Pearce also confirmed a singles match between Penta and Rusev for Monday night. The bout adds another high-profile contest to the card as both wrestlers look to build momentum on the flagship show.
A tag team match will also take place, with Bayley and Lyra Valkyria teaming up against Raquel Rodriguez and a partner to be announced. The women’s division continues to heat up as WWE builds toward its next major event cycle.
The show will be a key stop on the road to Backlash as WWE continues to develop its championship storylines across both brands.
Your OFFICIAL #WWERaw Mini-Preview for tomorrow night in the Gateway City…Laredo, Texas!
WWE Raw airs tonight (Monday, April 20, 2026) from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, live on Netflix starting at 8 PM ET.
The Raw After WrestleMania is always a powder keg, and tonight’s show follows one of the most consequential WrestleManias in recent memory. Roman Reigns is the new World Heavyweight Champion, Rhea Ripley is a four-time world champion, Oba Femi passed Brock Lesnar’s torch, and The Beast appears to have called it a career. Here’s everything you need to know including start times, how to watch, and what’s on deck.
How to Watch WWE Raw Tonight
Date
Monday, April 20, 2026
Venue
T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
Channel/Stream
Netflix (Worldwide)
US Start Time
8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT
UK Start Time
1 AM GMT (Tuesday, April 21)
India Start Time
5:30 AM IST (Tuesday, April 21)
Duration
2 hours
WWE Raw Match Card for April 20, 2026
No matches have been announced as of Monday afternoon. WWE has confirmed appearances from Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Oba Femi, Brock Lesnar, Rhea Ripley, Penta, Logan Paul, and Stephanie Vaquer. Here’s what to watch for based on tonight’s advertised names and WrestleMania 42 fallout.
Roman Reigns’ First Appearance as World Heavyweight Champion
Reigns closed WrestleMania 42 by pinning CM Punk to capture the World Heavyweight Championship, his first reign with that specific title. Tonight marks his opening statement as champion, and the question is whether The OTC plans to be a working champion or a part-time titleholder. Expect a promo segment early in the show.
CM Punk Responds to Losing the Title
Punk came into WrestleMania as champion and left without the belt after a brutal main event. He’s advertised for tonight and will almost certainly address the loss, and what comes next for the self-proclaimed Best in the World is the biggest creative question on Raw heading into the post-Mania cycle.
Paul Heyman Addresses the Future of Brock Lesnar
Lesnar lost to Oba Femi on Night 2, then removed his gloves and boots in the center of the ring and left them there. Heyman wept alongside the Las Vegas crowd. If The Beast is truly done, tonight is the night Heyman speaks on it. If he isn’t, this is still the first chance WWE gets to frame what that moment meant.
Oba Femi’s Arrival on the Main Roster Stage
Femi made his WrestleMania debut by beating Brock Lesnar clean, one of the loudest crowd reactions of the weekend. He’s a made man coming out of Mania, and whatever direction WWE chooses for him, whether the world title scene, Money in the Bank, or a marquee feud, tonight is where the campaign starts.
Rhea Ripley Celebrates the WWE Women’s Championship Win
Ripley defeated Jade Cargill to win the WWE Women’s Championship, her fourth world title. She’s advertised for tonight before presumably returning to SmackDown television. Her celebration likely shares the night with Liv Morgan, who also captured gold in Las Vegas.
Liv Morgan and Stephanie Vaquer Take Their Victory Laps
Liv Morgan defeated Stephanie Vaquer on Night 1 to win the Women’s World Championship, with assists from Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez. Both women are advertised for tonight, and the new La Primera faces the first night of defending the title against a Raw locker room that knows how she got the belt.
Penta’s First Night as Survivor of the Ladder Match
Penta retained the Intercontinental Championship in the six-way ladder match against Rey Mysterio, Dragon Lee, Je’Von Evans, Rusev, and JD McDonagh. Every loser in that match came out looking stronger, which means Penta has a line of challengers forming. Tonight likely plants the seed for who’s first.
Logan Paul After WrestleMania 42
Paul is advertised for Raw tonight coming out of the WrestleMania weekend. His ongoing rivalry with LA Knight and The Usos dominated his pre-Mania programming, and tonight is his first chance to respond to whatever happened in that six-man tag.
Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and the Fractured Vision
Bron Breakker cost Seth Rollins his WrestleMania match against Gunther with a spear out of nowhere. The Vision is no longer united, and the Las Vegas crowd will be loud for whatever confrontation kicks off between the two former allies. Neither is officially advertised, but the angle is live.
Road to WWE Backlash 2026
Backlash is the next premium live event on the WWE calendar, though the full date and venue have not been officially confirmed at time of writing. Tonight’s fallout sets the foundation for the first round of post-Mania championship programs, with the Women’s World, World Heavyweight, and Intercontinental Championships all likely starting new challenger arcs inside T-Mobile Arena.
Follow SEScoops for any news and developments from tonight’s WWE Raw After WrestleMania 42.
The Intercontinental Champion made a show-stopping entrance on Night 2 at Allegiant Stadium, stalking onto the stage in full Shao Kahn-inspired armor as part of WWE’s cross-promotion with the upcoming Mortal Kombat II film.
Flanked by a blood-red stage and MK imagery across the video wall, Penta posed on the ramp in a horned skull helmet and custom gear before heading to the ring for the Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match.
The presentation leaned all the way into the crossover. Mortal Kombat II branding has been visible throughout WrestleMania weekend, but Penta’s walkout gave the partnership its most prominent spotlight yet on the Allegiant Stadium stage.
Penta went on to retain the Intercontinental Championship, climbing the ladder to retrieve the title and outlasting Je’Von Evans, Dragon Lee, JD McDonagh, Rusev, and Rey Mysterio in the six-man match.
WWE’s Mortal Kombat II Partnership
The entrance is the payoff to a promotional deal between WWE and Warner Bros. Fandango is currently selling a “WrestleMania Bundle” that pairs a theatrical ticket to WrestleMania 42 with an exclusive WWE T-shirt, while ticket buyers for Mortal Kombat II receive 750 Dragon Krystals for use in the Mortal Kombat 1 game.
Mortal Kombat II arrives in theaters and IMAX on May 8, 2026. Directed by Simon McQuoid, the Warner Bros. and New Line sequel stars Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, with Martyn Ford playing Shao Kahn, the same villainous Outworld emperor whose imagery Penta channeled in Las Vegas.
A Career Moment For Penta
Even by WrestleMania’s high bar for spectacle, the Shao Kahn walkout immediately stood out as one of the weekend’s signature visuals. Paired with a successful title defense, the moment is tailor-made for replay packages, social clips, and Mortal Kombat II marketing heading into the film’s May release.
A late change has been made to one of the matches on Night 2 of WWE WrestleMania 42.
During the kickoff show ahead of Sunday’s event from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Raw general manager Adam Pearce informed Dominik Mysterio that his match against Finn Balor has been upgraded to a Street Fight stipulation.
WWE confirmed the news on social media, writing: “A STREET FIGHT ? Better get ready for The Demon, @DomMysterio35!”
A STREET FIGHT ?
Better get ready for The Demon, @DomMysterio35! #WrestleMania streams TONIGHT at 6 ET/3 PT on the @espn app with the first hour streaming LIVE on ESPN!
The match was originally announced as a standard singles contest on the March 30 episode of Raw, when Balor issued the challenge after being ejected from The Judgment Day. Balor later revealed on the April 6 episode of Raw that he would summon The Demon for the first time since WrestleMania 39.
Personal Feud Gets a Personal Stipulation
The added stipulation reflects how personal the rivalry has become between the two former stablemates. Dominik pinned Balor at WrestleMania 41 last year in a Fatal 4-Way for the Intercontinental Championship, and the tension simmered until Balor was attacked and kicked out of the faction on the March 9 episode of Raw.
A Street Fight had been floated as a possible stipulation for the bout back in March, but WWE never officially confirmed it until Sunday’s kickoff show.
Updated WrestleMania 42 Night 2 Lineup
The full Night 2 card for Sunday, April 19, 2026:
1. Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar
2. Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match: Penta (c) vs. Je’Von Evans vs. Dragon Lee vs. JD McDonagh vs. Rusev vs. Rey Mysterio
3. Finn Balor vs. Dominik Mysterio in a Street Fight
4. United States Championship Match: Sami Zayn (c) vs. Trick Williams
5. WWE Women’s Championship Match: Jade Cargill (c) vs. Rhea Ripley
6. World Heavyweight Championship Match: CM Punk (c) vs. Roman Reigns
WrestleMania 42 Night 2 streams live at 6 ET/3 PT on the ESPN app in the United States and on Netflix internationally.
Bron Breakker has broken his silence following his shocking return at WrestleMania 42, and he’s warning the WWE locker room that the version of himself they’re about to face is more dangerous than ever.
Breakker made his first WWE appearance since the February 2 episode of Raw on Saturday night at Allegiant Stadium, storming the ringside area and spearing Seth Rollins in half during the Seth Rollins vs. GUNTHER match.
The interference allowed GUNTHER to lock in the sleeper hold for the win, after which Breakker sprinted the length of the WrestleMania entrance ramp to deliver a second spear, then reunited with Paul Heyman at the top of the stage.
The Bad Ass had been out of action for nearly three months following emergency hernia surgery. According to a report from Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer, Breakker was actually cleared to compete in early April, but WWE opted to hold off rather than rush the Rollins program without a proper television build.
Bron Breakker Talks Wrestlemania Return
On Sunday, Breakker took to Instagram with gruelling training footage shot at Fury Performance Academy in Woodstock, Georgia, his hometown. Alongside the clips, he posted a lengthy statement that doubles as a mission statement for whatever comes next.
“No matter how down that I may get. No matter how much pain I’ve had to go through. No matter how much adversity I’ve had to put myself through. All roads lead to the same place: WrestleMania.”
“I came here to this building to Fury Performance to see how close that I can get to the line. See how far I can push myself.”
“To see how much pain and suffering I can put my body through at the breaking point and how much further am I going to go? How far can I break myself down and destroy myself and push my mind in this process? How far am I willing to go? How tough really is Bron Breakker? How much of a dog really is Bron Breakker?”
“I’m gonna remind the whole world who the f**k I am.”
Breakker’s attack on Rollins wasn’t a one-off. Paul Heyman confirmed on the WrestleMania 42 Night 1 Post-Show that he was the mastermind behind the assault, and that there are “not enough consequences” coming for Rollins in the weeks ahead.
The Rollins vs. Breakker program was originally the plan for WrestleMania 42 before the hernia injury scrapped it. With Breakker now officially back and aligned with Heyman’s Vision, the match WWE put on ice last month appears to be next on the road out of Las Vegas.
BRON BREAKKER SPEARS SETH ROLLINS AGAIN!!! #WrestleMania
WrestleMania 42 Night 2 goes live Sunday, April 19 from Allegiant Stadium, headlined by CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship. Stay tuned to SEScoops for continued WrestleMania fallout coverage.
CM Punk fired back at Roman Reigns less than a week before the two collide in the WrestleMania 42 main event.
The World Heavyweight Champion appeared on ESPN’s Get Up on Friday and responded directly to the viral video promo Reigns posted earlier this week, where the Royal Rumble winner ripped Punk’s title reign and fighting credentials.
Punk dismissed Reigns’ effort as a staged monologue and promised physical payback on Sunday night.
“Man, I wish he brought that energy the days he actually decided to show up on a couple of Mondays,” Punk said. “I take nothing away from Roman. Tremendous superstar. He has the credentials. He’s a heavyweight. He’s gonna be a tough out for me, but I am not looking to lose on Sunday. And I’m sure he isn’t either.”
Punk then took direct aim at the format of Reigns’ response, noting the gap between his original promo and the Tribal Chief’s reply.
“But this is about pro wrestling versus cinema and I’m glad that he had four days to shower and think about what he would say to me in a rebuttal and did it in a car while I wasn’t around. But I’m gonna be around and in his face on Sunday. I’m gonna send him to the orthodontist. I’m gonna make his orthodontist a very rich person.”
CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns Set For WrestleMania 42 Night Two
Punk (c) defends the World Heavyweight Championship against Reigns on Sunday, April 19, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. It is the first one-on-one meeting between the two since January 2014, weeks before Punk’s original WWE departure.
The verbal war has escalated week over week, with Triple H recently telling Joe Tessitore that the backstage tension between the two is “palpable” and unlike typical professional rivalries. Punk has positioned himself as the workhorse champion against a part-time challenger, a theme he leaned on again during the ESPN appearance.
WrestleMania 42 Night Two streams live at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN in the United States and Netflix internationally.
WWE Raw airs tonight (Monday, April 13, 2026) from the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, live on Netflix starting at 8 PM ET.
This is the go-home show before WrestleMania 42. No matches have been officially announced, but General Manager Adam Pearce has confirmed that six of the biggest names on the card will be in the building. Here’s everything you need to know including start times, how to watch, and confirmed appearances.
How to Watch WWE Raw Tonight
Date
Monday, April 13, 2026
Venue
Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
Channel/Stream
Netflix (US and Worldwide)
US Start Time
8 PM ET / 7 PM CT / 5 PM PT
UK Start Time
1 AM GMT (Tuesday)
India Start Time
6:30 AM IST (Tuesday)
Duration
3 hours
WWE Raw Card for April 13, 2026
WWE has not announced specific matches for tonight’s show. Adam Pearce confirmed six major stars for the broadcast but kept the rest of the details close to the vest. Here are the confirmed appearances and storylines heading into the final Raw before WrestleMania.
Roman Reigns and CM Punk (c) Face Off (World Heavyweight Championship)
Roman Reigns returns to Raw after missing last week’s show, where CM Punk delivered a scathing promo targeting Reigns, The Rock, and Pat McAfee. Pearce confirmed that Reigns will have a special message for his WrestleMania opponent.
The last time both men were in the building together, Punk slammed Reigns through the announce desk to close the March 30 edition of Raw. Reigns won the Royal Rumble back in January, entering at number 26 and scoring five eliminations to earn a shot at Punk’s World Heavyweight Championship. Their WrestleMania match headlines Night 2 on April 19.
Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi Appear
Both men are confirmed for tonight after last week’s contract signing devolved into chaos. Lesnar attacked Femi before he could step into the ring, and dozens of security personnel failed to separate them until after Raw went off the air. Femi has had the upper hand every time the two have collided since answering Lesnar’s open challenge. Their match takes place on Night 2 during the opening hour on ESPN.
Seth Rollins and Gunther Appear
Rollins and Gunther will both be in Sacramento. Two weeks ago, Gunther attacked Rollins. Last week, Rollins confronted Gunther on Raw, leading to another brawl. A backstage segment afterward saw Gunther telling Paul Heyman that he owed him more than just a thank you for saving him from Rollins. Their singles match is scheduled for Night 1 of WrestleMania.
Liv Morgan Injury Update Expected
Stephanie Vaquer ambushed Liv Morgan last week, shoving her into Roxanne Perez and leaving both with visible injuries. Both were placed in concussion protocol. A Fightful report indicated that Morgan and Perez are expected to be cleared for WrestleMania, but fans should get an official update on tonight’s show. Vaquer defends the Women’s World Championship against Morgan on Night 1.
Asuka vs. IYO SKY Status
Asuka issued a challenge to IYO SKY last week. The match was on WWE’s internal lineup but may be pushed to Backlash on May 9, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Night 2 already has six announced matches, and WWE is weighing whether to add a seventh. Tonight could provide clarity.
Additional Stars Advertised
Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch, and Jey Uso are all advertised for tonight’s show. Ripley faces Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship on Night 2. Lynch challenges AJ Lee for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship on Night 1. Royce Keys hinted at a possible appearance, noting that Sacramento is a short drive from San Jose, where he made his main roster debut on SmackDown last week.
Road to WWE WrestleMania 42
WrestleMania 42 takes place Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. John Cena hosts the two-night event. Night 1 airs on ESPN2 (first hour) and the ESPN App. Night 2 airs on ESPN (first hour) and the ESPN App. Internationally, both nights stream on Netflix.
The full WrestleMania 42 card features 13 matches across both nights, headlined by Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton for the Undisputed WWE Championship (Night 1) and CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship (Night 2).
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CM Punk and Roman Reigns will both appear on Monday’s Raw from Sacramento, California. The WrestleMania 42 go-home show features several major stars ahead of next weekend’s premium live event.
Raw General Manager Adam Pearce announced the lineup via social media on Sunday. Reigns will deliver a message for his WrestleMania opponent, heavyweight champion CM Punk, who is also scheduled to appear.
Your OFFICIAL #WWERaw Mini-Preview for tomorrow night in SACTOWN, Sacramento, California!
Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi are both scheduled for Monday’s show following recent tensions between the two. Pearce referenced what has happened between them over the past couple weeks when making the announcement.
Intercontinental Champion Gunther and Seth Rollins will also appear. Pearce teased their presence after everything that has transpired between them heading into WrestleMania weekend.
WrestleMania 42 Go-Home Show
“For those of you who always complain that I give everything away on the internet, today’s your lucky day, because I’m holding my cards very, very close,” Pearce said in his video announcement. “Less than a week from WrestleMania, what can you expect on Raw? Roman Reigns. He will be live and he will have a very special message for his WrestleMania opponent, the heavyweight champion of the world, CM Punk.”
Raw airs Monday at 8 p.m. Eastern on Netflix from Sacramento. The show serves as the final episode before WrestleMania 42 next weekend.
It’s official. WWE General Manager Adam Pearce booked the six-man tag team match for WrestleMania 42 during tonight’s Raw from the Toyota Center in Houston.
IShowSpeed, Logan Paul, and Austin Theory will face The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and LA Knight at the two-night event on April 18-19 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
The announcement came after Speed appeared on tonight’s show and once again inserted himself into the feud between The Vision and Knight. Speed assisted Theory during his singles match against Knight, making his alignment with The Vision unmistakable after weeks of claiming the brass knuckles incident was an accident.
From Rumor to Reality
The match had been rumored since last week after Dave Meltzer reported it was listed on internal WWE documents. The build began on the March 30 RAW at Madison Square Garden, when Speed accidentally struck Knight with brass knuckles during a World Tag Team Championship Street Fight.
Speed’s only prior in-ring experience came during the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble, where he replaced an injured Akira Tozawa and was memorably speared by Bron Breakker. He also completed a training session at the WWE Performance Center with Randy Orton for his YouTube series, where he developed a moonsault finisher called “The Speed Drop.”
The World Tag Team Championships are expected to be on the line in the six-man tag, though WWE has not confirmed that stipulation. WrestleMania 42 airs live from Allegiant Stadium on April 18-19.
