On March 2, 2026, WWE Raw aired live from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, featuring key moments leading up to WrestleMania 42. Central to the night’s focus was the anticipation surrounding CM Punk’s upcoming World Heavyweight Championship defense, a major highlight for the event.
Dominik Mysterio Defends Intercontinental Title Against Penta
Dominik Mysterio, the reigning Intercontinental Champion and member of Judgment Day, is preparing for his first title defense since taking the belt from John Cena at WWE Survivor Series: WarGames on November 29, 2025. His challenger, Penta, earned this opportunity by defeating El Grande Americano of Los Americanos during the February 16 episode of Raw, setting the stage for their clash tonight.
CM Punk and Roman Reigns Prepare for WrestleMania Showdown
Following his successful title defense against Finn Balor at WWE Elimination Chamber last Saturday, CM Punk is gearing up to face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42 on April 18 and 19. Both Punk and Reigns appeared on Raw with a clear focus on the high-stakes confrontation that will define their rivalry at the upcoming Premium Live Event.
Liv Morgan Challenges for the Women’s World Championship
Liv Morgan, fresh off winning the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble and a member of Judgment Day, made waves recently by choosing to challenge Stephanie Vaquer for the Women’s World Championship. The decision came during a tense encounter on last Monday’s Raw, which ended with Morgan attacking Vaquer unexpectedly. Morgan appeared on tonight’s show to discuss her intentions ahead of the title match.
Dragon Lee Targets GUNTHER Following Recent Attacks
Dragon Lee continued his pursuit of vengeance against GUNTHER, who had recently blinded him with multiple attacks after retiring Lee’s former tag team partner AJ Styles at WWE Royal Rumble on January 31. The heated rivalry escalated as the two faced off tonight, underlining the personal stakes driving their conflict.
Building Momentum Ahead of WrestleMania 42
The developments on WWE Raw from Indianapolis set the tone for WrestleMania 42, with CM Punk’s WrestleMania title defense against Roman Reigns standing out as a defining contest. The event promises significant title matches and personal rivalries coming to a head, reflecting the ongoing intensity in WWE’s competitive landscape. Fans can expect further revelations and confrontations in the weeks leading up to the April event.
