WWE Raw Highlights: This week’s WWE Raw aired live from the FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tennessee, and the road to WrestleMania 42 officially shifted into high gear. While WrestleMania looms large, the immediate spotlight was firmly on the upcoming Elimination Chamber event in Chicago.
The show delivered multiple Elimination Chamber qualifying matches, intense promos, surprise attacks, and escalating rivalries. From CM Punk’s fiery confrontation with Finn Balor to a heated war of words between AJ Lee and Becky Lynch, Raw packed plenty of action into one explosive night.
WWE Raw Elimination Chamber Qualifiers and Match Results
LA Knight & The Usos vs The Vision
The Usos made a dramatic entrance through the crowd, but The Vision were already waiting in the ring alongside Paul Heyman. Logan Paul wasted no time boasting about selling a trading card for $16 million and took shots at the Memphis crowd.
Heyman then showed footage of a masked man attacking Austin Theory last week. Adam Pearce appeared and shut down any idea of Bronson Reed being handed an Elimination Chamber spot, announcing that Reed must earn his place in a qualifier next week.
LA Knight interrupted, verbally dismantled Logan Paul, and proposed a trio match with The Usos. Pearce made it official on the spot.
The match quickly descended into chaos. Bronson Reed delivered a massive spear to LA Knight through the barricade and later crushed Jimmy Uso with a devastating Tsunami to secure the win. After the bell, the masked attacker struck again—this time targeting Logan Paul.
Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifier: Asuka vs Natalya vs Bayley
Asuka, Natalya, and Bayley battled in a fast-paced triple threat with a Chamber spot on the line. Natalya controlled the early moments, stretching Bayley with a Romero Special before Asuka broke it up with a sharp dropkick.
In the closing sequence, Asuka countered Bayley’s offense and locked in the Asuka Lock, forcing Bayley to tap out. Asuka officially qualified for the Elimination Chamber.
After the match, Maxxine Dupri ambushed Natalya on the stage, prompting referees to rush in and separate the two.
Momentum shifted repeatedly, with Bayley landing a sunset flip powerbomb and multiple elbow drops. Natalya nearly sealed the match with a Liger Bomb followed by the Sharpshooter, but Bayley managed to survive.
CM Punk Confronts Finn Balor and Judgment Day
World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk addressed the WWE Universe and claimed the fans are firmly behind him—even if management isn’t. Punk took aim at Adam Pearce, accusing him of worrying more about protecting a WrestleMania main event against Roman Reigns than trusting Punk.
Punk stated that Finn Balor earned his title shot and revealed his personal motivation: revenge for Balor’s attack that cost him a long-awaited moment with AJ Styles. Declaring himself the real “Best in the World,” Punk called out Judgment Day.
Finn Balor arrived alongside Dominik Mysterio and a returning JD McDonagh. Balor fired back, claiming he’s the true Best in the World and promised to defeat Punk in Chicago. Punk mocked Judgment Day, saying Balor was at his best when he stood alone.
Tension peaked as Punk dared them to attack, but Balor restrained his group. Punk ended the segment by tossing the microphone at Balor, leaving the rivalry red-hot.
Intercontinental Championship Contender Match: Penta vs El Grande Americano Nuevo
Penta squared off against El Grande Americano Nuevo with a future Intercontinental Title shot on the line. After a cautious opening, Nuevo turned aggressive, cornering Penta and slapping him across the face.
Penta responded with stiff chops and a springboard lariat before the break. Nuevo attempted to slow the pace with a submission hold, but Penta escaped and landed the Penta Driver.
Outside interference nearly changed the outcome when Bravo tried to sneak Nuevo a steel plate, only to be dragged under the ring. Amid the chaos, Penta capitalized and hit a flip piledriver for the pinfall victory.
Penta is now the official No. 1 contender for the Intercontinental Championship.
AJ Lee and Becky Lynch Exchange Heated Words
AJ Lee returned to the spotlight with a powerful promo, reflecting on last week’s confrontation with Becky Lynch. AJ reminded everyone that it’s been over a decade since her last title opportunity and emphasized her role in shaping the women’s division.
She listed several dream opponents but made it clear that her focus is firmly on Becky. AJ vowed that a win in Chicago would send her to WrestleMania as Intercontinental Champion.
Becky Lynch interrupted and dismissed AJ’s claims, mocking her absence while Becky continued making history. Becky suggested this could finally be AJ’s “retirement match” and refused AJ’s challenge to fight, saying she “doesn’t fight in Memphis.”
Men’s Elimination Chamber Qualifier: Dominik Mysterio vs Je’Von Evans vs GUNTHER
Dominik Mysterio tried to avoid confrontation early, rolling out of the ring as GUNTHER and Je’Von Evans clashed. GUNTHER dominated with brutal chops, while Evans countered with speed, aerial attacks, and relentless energy.
Dominik resorted to underhanded tactics, even grabbing the timekeeper’s hammer in a desperate attempt to steal the win. Late in the match, Dragon Lee interfered and smashed GUNTHER with the ring bell, effectively taking him out.
Dominik landed a 619 but missed the Frog Splash. Evans capitalized, hit the OG Cutter, and secured the pinfall victory.
Je’Von Evans officially qualified for the Elimination Chamber.
FAQs on WWE Raw Highlights
Q. Where was WWE Raw held this week?
A. WWE Raw took place live at the FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tennessee.
Q. Which Elimination Chamber qualifiers took place on Raw?
A. Triple threat qualifiers were held in both the men’s and women’s divisions, with Asuka and Je’Von Evans earning spots.
Q. What major rivalry intensified on Raw?
A. CM Punk and Finn Balor’s feud escalated following a heated in-ring confrontation involving Judgment Day.
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