WWE Raw Debuts

WWE Raw made its highly anticipated debut on Netflix with a sold-out show at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, featuring a star-studded event with several high-profile matches and segments, including the crowning of a new Women's World Champion and the launch of John Cena's farewell tour.

The event kicked off with a bang, as Roman Reigns emerged victorious in the Tribal Combat match against Solo Sikoa, reclaiming the Ula Fala with two decisive Spears. The match was met with high praise from The Rock, who appeared on the show to acknowledge the historic moment and express his pride in being a part of it. He also praised Cody Rhodes for his tireless efforts in carrying the company on his back for a year. The match between Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa was a thrilling highlight of the evening, setting the tone for an exciting night of wrestling.

John Cena also made a notable appearance, announcing that he would be embarking on a farewell tour, dubbed "The Last Time is Now John Cena Farewell Tour." The tour, which will feature 30-40 matches throughout 2025, aims to create great memories for fans, with Cena stating that the goal is "happy" and "fun," rather than sad. The event also featured a grudge match between Jey Uso and Drew McIntyre, which Jey Uso won, as well as a highly anticipated match between CM Punk and Seth Rollins, which CM Punk won with two GTS's. The women's world championship match between Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley also made headlines, as Ripley emerged victorious to become the new champion.

The debut of WWE Raw on Netflix marks a new era for the company, with its Monday night debut streaming live at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. The 10-year, $5 billion deal between WWE and Netflix promises to bring exciting new content to fans, and the sold-out show at the Intuit Dome was a resounding success, featuring appearances by several celebrities, including Ashton Kutcher, Michael Che, and Wale, as well as WWE superstars like Hulk Hogan. With its star-studded lineup and highly anticipated matches, WWE Raw is poised to continue its success on its new streaming platform.