WWE pulled out all the stops for the January 6th debut episode of Monday Night RAW on Netflix, turning the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles into a battleground for some blockbuster matchups. From star-studded appearances by The Rock and John Cena to hard-hitting bouts that felt like WrestleMania-level spectacles, the company treated fans to a night they wont forget.
The main event saw CM Punk square off against Seth Rollins, while the opening contest featured Roman Reigns taking on Solo Sikoa in an intense Tribal Combat match. To top it off, the Womens World Championship changed hands as Rhea Ripley defeated Liv Morgan to claim the title.
What made the night even more significant was WWEs decision to move two major matches originally planned for WrestleMania 41 to this show. According to PWInsider, CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins and Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley were both penciled in for the biggest stage of them all but were shifted to elevate RAWs Netflix debut.
This strategic move underscores how much importance WWE placed on making their Netflix premiere a massive success, delivering matches with the kind of stakes and energy fans would expect from a premium live event. The gamble paid off, with the show feeling every bit as epic as a WrestleMania night.
What do you think of WWE reshuffling Wrestle Mania plans to beef up WWE RAWs Netflix debut? Was it worth the trade-off? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
