'WWE Raw' Results: CM Punk Fights for MITB Spot, Will Seth Rollins Stop Him?

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"WWE Raw" will be live in Tulsa for the final episode before "Money in the Bank 2025."
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There will be major implications for both the men's and the women's MITB ladder matches. CM Punk will battle AJ Styles and El Grande Americano for a spot in the men's MITB match. Liv Morgan, Stephanie Vaquer, and Ivy Nile will also be in a triple threat action for a spot on WWE's upcoming PLE and a chance to obtain the coveted women's briefcase.
A tag team match has also been added to the show. WWE World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso will team with Sami Zayn to face Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed.
WWE Women's Intercontinental Champion Lyra Valkyria will also appear ahead of her title rematch against Becky Lynch. Last week, Valkyria and Lynch had an intense promo battle. Will there be physicality ahead of the MITB PLE?
Plus, The Judgment Day continues to be at odds following Roxanne Perez's arrival to "WWE Raw." Last week, Liv Morgan blamed Raquel Rodriguez for her loss to Kairi Sane. Rodriguez doesn't like Perez, but can cooler heads prevail?
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WWE will also be making one last push ahead of the "Worlds Collide" crossover, which is set to air live before MITB on Saturday. On Friday's episode of "SmackDown," the likes of Ethan Page and Je'Von Evans of the "NXT" brand appeared to promote the event. Could there be more surprises when "Raw" goes on the air?
"WWE Raw" is set to air live on Netflix at 8 p.m. ET. Athlon Sports will be bringing you live coverage throughout the show.
'WWE Raw' Results
Michael Cole fulfilled his bet to Pat McAfee. Cole was wearing an Indiana Pacers jersey after the New York Knicks lost the Eastern Conference Finals.
CM Punk Wants Gold
CM Punk made his way out to address his MITB qualifier. Punk said while it's still all about the money, it's also about gold. He vowed to punch his ticket to the men's MITB match and obtain the briefcase to secure a world title opportunity. He also blasted John Cena for selling his soul to The Rock.
Sami Zayn then walked out. He said MITB may not be his path to a world title, but it is for Punk. Zayn told Punk that he must win his MITB qualifier. He warned Punk to not think about anything but winning his qualifying match.
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Zayn then gave a warning to Punk. He said if Punk wins the MITB match, and if he wins the world title, then they will see each other for the gold. Punk said he looks forward to it, and the two shook hands.
Liv Morgan Warns Roxanne Perez
Roxanne Perez approached Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez. Perez offered assistance in Morgan's MITB qualifier. Morgan caught Perez off and told her not to sabotage another one of her matches.
Morgan then ran into Iyo Sky and told her that she will qualify for MITB and eventually take her WWE Women's World Championship. Sky told Morgan that it won't happen.
Women's MITB Qualifier: Liv Morgan vs. Stephanie Vaquer vs. Ivy Nile
Vaquer wasted little time taking out both of her opponents with a springboard crossbody. She then landed The Devil's Kiss on Morgan. Vaquer then had one for Nile before Morgan delivered a basement dropkick.
Morgan then hit Three Amigos on Vaquer and dropped her onto Nile on the final suplex. Nile landed a double German suplex on Vaquer and Morgan.
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Vaquer hit a meteora on Morgan in the corner. She then delivered a snap dragon to Nile. Vaquer and Morgan traded strikes. Morgan was dropped by an enzuigiri. Vaquer went for a suplex, but Nile took both of her opponents down with the Tower of Doom.
Morgan landed a double codebreaker from the second rope. Morgan hit Oblivion on Vaquer, but Nile threw her out of the ring. Nile went for the pin, but Morgan returned to break things up. Nile drove Morgan into the ring steps. Back in the ring, Vaquer caught Nile with the SVB for the win.
Winner: Stephanie Vaquer
AJ Styles Isn't Buying What Paul Heyman's Selling
AJ Styles was warming up backstage when Paul Heyman approached him. Heyman wished Styles a happy birthday. Heyman said he had a gift for "The Phenomenal One." He told Styles to forget MITB and focus on the WWE Intercontinental Championship.
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Styles asked Heyman if he was tired of chasing his meal ticket. He told Heyman that he doesn't respond well to threats. Styles had some advice for Heyman, and it's to tell Seth Rollins that everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.
Rusev Says Sheamus Betrayed Him
A vignette for Rusev played. Rusev responded to Sheamus saving Tozawa from his attack last week. The "Bulgarian Brute" reminded Sheamus of their past alliance in WWE, and he claimed "The Celtic Warrior" turned his back on him.
The cameras then cut to the backstage area. Sheamus had encouraging words for Maxxine Dupri, Tozawa, and Natalya. Cathy Kelley then caught up with Sheamus, who said Rusev's prior downfall was his doing. He told Rusev that he bullies bullies.
Finn Balor and JD McDonagh vs. War Raiders
The New Day served as guest commentators. Erik took Balor down with a shoulder tackle. McDonagh was tagged in, but Balor eventually got off the ring apron. Ivar sent McDonagh over the top rope. Ivar scoop slammed Balor onto McDonagh. Erik then lifted Ivar and tossed him onto the McDonagh.
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Ivar pretended to throw McDonagh into the New Day, who were both scared. Xavier Woods and Kofi Kingston tried retaliating, but referee Jessika Carr tossed them from ringside.
The Judgment Day regained momentum. McDonagh landed a springboard moonsault on Ivar. McDonagh charged in, but Ivar lifted him up and slammed him down. Erik and Balor were the legal men, and he was tossed overhead.
Balor went for a reverse DDT, but Erik caught him in a pop-up headbutt. Erik then nailed Balor with a running knee. Ivar was back in and went for an Oklahoma slam, but Balor countered. McDonagh took out Erik with a springboard moonsault outside of the ring.
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Balor hit a shotgun dropkick, but he missed Coup de Grace. Ivar landed a seated senton on Balor in the corner. Ivar went high-risk, but Roxanne Perez interfered. As the referee was distracted, McDonagh slammed Ivar's head onto the ring post.
Balor went up the top turnbuckle and hit Coup de Grace for the win.
Winner: Finn Balor and JD McDonagh
Becky Lynch Vows to Take Lyra Valkyria's Title
A vignette featuring Becky Lynch aired. Lynch claimed Valkyria has forgotten everything she's done for her. She said Valkyria had the greatest match of her career at "Backlash" because of her.
Stephanie Vaquer Receives Huge Acknowledgment
Stephanie Vaquer was interviewed by Cathy Kelley, who asked her about her earning a spot in the MITB match. Rhea Ripley walked in and showed respect to "La Primera."
Lynch and Valkyria Meet One More Time Before MITB
Lyra Valkyria entered the ring, and she was not happy about Lynch's vignette. She suggested that Lynch meet her in the ring if she has something to say. Valkyria said Lynch's downfall needs to be studied. She said no one has emotionally hurt her the way Lynch has.
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Valkyria said she won't allow Lynch to "poison" what it means to be the WWE Women's Intercontinental Champion. Lynch claimed she wanted to make Valkyria better. She said what will hurt Valkyria the most is being forced to raise her hand.
The champion dared Lynch to step in the ring and fight her. Lynch refused, but Valkyria followed her up the entrance ramp. The two brawled before security broke things up.
Penta in the Bank?
Penta was surrounded by flames during a vignette, and he reminded everyone that ladder matches are in his wheelhouse. He said the MITB briefcase is in his future.
Jey Uso and Sami Zayn vs. Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed w/Paul Heyman
Uso and Breakker were the legal men to start the match. Uso looked to chop down his opponent with strikes. Breakker ran the ropes and dropped Uso with a clothesline.
Reed and Zayn were in after the commercial break. Reed kept Zayn at bay in the corner. When the referee was distracted, Breakker attacked Zayn in the corner. Breakker then popped Zayn with a high knee.
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Zayn rebounded and landed a tornado DDT. Uso was tagged in, and he hit a combination on Breakker. Uso charged in, but Breakker lifted him up and dropped him on his knees. Breakker went for a spear, but he ran into a superkick.
Reed went to splash Zayn on the ring apron. Zayn sent Breakker over the top rope. Zayn went for a plancha, but Reed caught him. Uso then landed a suicide dive on everyone. Seth Rollins ran down the ramp and delivered the stomp. The match was called off.
Breakker held Zayn on the announce table as Reed was setting up for the Tsunami. CM Punk then attacked Reed and Breakker with a chair. He went after Rollins, who bailed.
Trust Issues in The Judgment Day
Liv Morgan entered The Judgment Day's hangout. Morgan accused Balor of sabotaging the faction by introducing Roxanne Perez to the group. Morgan said it's not Dominik Mysterio who she doesn't trust.
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Mysterio tried apologizing to Balor for his miscue last week, sliding a chair in the triple threat men's qualifier. Balor insisted everything was fine and he slapped the Intercontinental title in a friendly matter, but perhaps it was a sign of a future program.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 2, 2025, where it first appeared.