WWE RAW Netflix Premiere - Full match-card predictions
WWE RAW is preparing for a tremendous move to Netflix starting on January 6, 2025. The streaming giant and the Stamford-based promotion have been working tirelessly; their intentions are clear that they want the premiere episode of the red brand to be an unforgettable experience for the spectators.
With just 21 days until the historic Monday Night RAW, let’s take a look at five spectacular matches fans may see on the RAW Netflix premiere show.
#5. Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa might main event RAW's Netflix premiere
Roman Reigns secured a big win alongside his OG Bloodline and CM Punk against Solo Sikoa’s heel stable. During the latest episode of SmackDown, Reigns challenged Solo Sikoa to a Tribal Combat match at the RAW Premiere on Netflix on January 6 for the Ula Fala.
Following this, Triple H officially announced the match for the event. The bout could even main event the show if the creative team has some major plans for the Bloodline saga.
#4. Rhea Ripley and Liv Morgan's rivalry might finally conclude
Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley have been feuding for months. The Nightmare clinched the historic win over team Liv Morgan at Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 in a Women’s WarGames bout. Later, on RAW, she secured a singles victory over Raquel Rodriguez, allowing Mami to confirm a title shot for herself.
At Saturday Night's Main Event 2024, Liv Morgan defended her Women’s World Championship against Iyo Sky. The Miracle Kid retained her title and proved why she is the top woman on the roster.
Immediately after her triumph, Rhea Ripley showed up, and both women had an intense face-off, which can be seen as confirmation that the arch-rivals are likely to face each other. This could be the grand finale in their saga. Adam Pearce could soon announce the singles bout between Ripley and Morgan for RAW's premiere on Netflix.
#3. CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins
CM Punk and Seth Rollins have kicked off their much-awaited feud. The two superstars were reportedly booked to face each other at WrestleMania XL, this year. However, the plans were allegedly put on hold after The Voice of Voiceless sustained a real-life injury at the 2024 Royal Rumble.
As per a recent report, a match between Punk and Rollins is being targeted for the January 6 edition of Monday Night RAW. The Stamford-based promotion may officially announce the bout in the coming weeks.
#2. Finn Balor vs. Damian Priest
Former stablemates Finn Balor and Damian Priest have been feuding for months. The Prince backstabbed Priest at SummerSlam 2024, costing him his World Heavyweight Championship. Both men locked horns at Bad Blood 2024 to settle their feud where The Archer of Infamy punished Balor with a dominating defeat, and it appeared the storyline between them had concluded.
However, in a shocking twist, Finn Balor cost Damian Priest another title match against World Heavyweight Champion Gunther at Survivor Series: WarGames 2024. Amid that, Adam Pearce booked a Triple Threat featuring Balor and Damian as the challengers for The Ring General’s title. The bout ended in the favour of the champion as he took advantage of the bad blood between the former faction mates and retained his title.
To put an end to their rivalry, the Stamford-based promotion could book a singles bout between them on RAW's Netflix debut with a special stipulation.
#1. Women’s IC Championship tournament finals
This year, WWE made a historic move by introducing women’s mid-card titles for both brands. SmackDown received the Women’s United States title and RAW got the Women’s Intercontinental Championship.
At Saturday Night's Main Event 2024, Chelsea Green managed to defeat Michin and was crowned the inaugural Women’s US Champion. The Stamford-based promotion could book the finals of the Women’s IC Title tournament for RAW's Netflix debut on January 6, 2025.