WWE Adds 2 Significant Matches to 'Raw' Show on Monday
WWE Adds 2 Significant Matches to 'Raw' Show on Monday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
WWE has added two marquee matches with major implications for Monday's episode of "Raw."
Just one night after "Money in the Bank 2025," WWE has loaded up its "Monday Night Raw" show. Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena will appear after he was attacked by R-Truth, who made a shocking appearance after he was initially told his contract wouldn't be renewed. Fans will also see the return of Nikki Bella.
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As for the two new matches added to the red brand, both of them will be qualifiers for the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments. On the men's side, Sami Zayn, Bron Breakker, WWE Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio, and Penta will collide. The women's match will feature Rhea Ripley, Liv Morgan, Roxanne Perez, and Kairi Sane.
The announcement was made by "Raw" general manager Adam Pearce.
The finals of the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments will be held at "Night of Champions" in Riyadh on June 28. The winners will receive world title opportunities at "SummerSlam 2025" at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.
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Also scheduled for Monday's episode of "Raw" will be a WWE World Heavyweight Championship rematch between titleholder Jey Uso and Gunther. Uso submitted "The Ring General" at "WrestleMania 41" to capture his first world singles title.
You can also expect to see men's MITB winner Seth Rollins appear. Rollins outlasted five other men to obtain the briefcase, which guarantees him a world title shot anytime he wishes to cash in. Could tonight's episode end with a new world titleholder?
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
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