WWE Monday Night RAW, aired live on April 8 from the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, delivered high-octane drama and pivotal build-up towards WrestleMania 41, set to take place later this month in Las Vegas. From intense promos to explosive matches, this edition of RAW had fans on the edge of their seats.
WrestleMania 41 Contract Signing Gets Heated
WWE official Adam Pearce opened the show with a high-stakes segment involving IYO SKY, Bianca Belair, and Rhea Ripley for the upcoming Women’s World Championship match at WrestleMania 41. Tensions ran high as all three superstars hit the ring for a contract signing.
Belair confidently stated she wasn’t fazed by Ripley’s inclusion in the match, vowing to walk out of WrestleMania as champion. Things quickly escalated when a frustrated IYO SKY tried to exit the ring but was shoved—prompting her to retaliate with a missile dropkick to Belair before signing the contract and storming off. This triple-threat clash is shaping up to be one of WrestleMania’s most unpredictable battles.
GUNTHER vs. Jey Uso: A Battle of Respect and Revenge
In another intense segment, Jey Uso confronted GUNTHER, addressing last week’s brutal attack that left Jimmy Uso hospitalized. Jey made it clear he’s no longer afraid and vowed to win the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41—not just for himself, but for his brother and family. Emotions ran high as the two stood face-to-face, setting the stage for an epic showdown in Las Vegas.
Seth Rollins, Paul Heyman & CM Punk: Chaos in the Ring
Things took a wild turn when Paul Heyman stepped into the ring to discuss his loyalty to both Roman Reigns and his past with CM Punk. However, the atmosphere quickly turned volatile as Seth Rollins arrived and threatened Heyman with a devastating Curb Stomp. Just when it seemed things might cool down, CM Punk ambushed Rollins. The two brawled furiously before Rollins ultimately got the upper hand, hitting the Curb Stomp on Punk and declaring to Heyman, “You owe me.” The crowd erupted as the show faded to black.
WWE RAW April 8 Match Results: Full Breakdown
Lyra Valkyria (c) vs. Bayley—WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship Match
- Winner: Lyra Valkyria
- Result: Retained her title with a jackknife pin on Bayley in a gritty match that could’ve gone either way.
American Made vs. Latino World Order
- Winners: American Made
- Finish: El Grande Americano sealed the deal with a diving headbutt on Dragon Lee to earn the pinfall.
New Day vs. War Raiders (c) – WWE World Tag Team Championship Match
- Result: New Day won by disqualification, meaning War Raiders retained their titles. The match was physical, but the controversial ending left fans wanting more.
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Dominik Mysterio vs. Penta—Main Event Showdown
- Winner: Penta
- Finish: Penta pinned Dominik Mysterio after connecting with his signature Penta Driver, closing the show with a bang.
With just weeks left until WrestleMania 41, the latest episode of WWE RAW was packed with storyline twists, high-stakes confrontations, and standout performances. From Dominik’s intense loss to Penta to the chaotic women’s contract signing, the road to WrestleMania just got even more unpredictable.
