The March 2, 2026, episode of WWE Monday Night Raw took place at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, airing live on Netflix at 8 p.m. EST. This edition was notable for a surprising showdown between CM Punk and Roman Reigns amid ongoing storylines building toward WrestleMania.
Anticipation Builds Ahead of WrestleMania with Key Rivalries
Following the recent WWE Elimination Chamber event, this Raw episode focused on escalating tensions and rivalries. One major angle involved Seth Rollins’ recent interference causing Logan Paul to lose a match, which continued to stir interest. CM Punk, having retained the World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Balor, shifted his focus toward Roman Reigns, setting the stage for a pivotal confrontation.
On the women’s side, AJ Lee took center stage after her victory over Becky Lynch to claim the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. The Men’s Intercontinental Championship was also contested, with Dominik Mysterio defending against Penta. While there was speculation about a title change, the prevailing expectation remained that Mysterio would retain to further set up a WrestleMania clash with Finn Balor.
Upcoming Matches and Expected Outcomes
Gunther, nicknamed The Ring General, was slated to face Dragon Lee in a match expected to favor Gunther due to his dominant reputation. Meanwhile, the appearance of Brock Lesnar was uncertain, though updates on his WrestleMania open challenge were anticipated through Paul Heyman and The Vision. Additional storylines included potential developments involving Nattie, Maxxine Dupri, Liv Morgan versus Stephanie Vaquer, and references to Danhausen’s debut via video or possibly a segment. Questions also lingered about Royce Keys, who has been absent since the Royal Rumble, and the brand commitment of Oba Femi, with rumors of possible matches involving Rusev.
Key Matches and Segments Featured on WWE Raw
The main card included:
- Gunther versus Dragon Lee, with expectations leaning toward Gunther’s victory.
- The WWE Men’s Intercontinental Championship match featuring Dominik Mysterio defending his title against Penta.
- An appearance by AJ Lee addressing her recent title win in the Women’s Intercontinental division.
- A highly anticipated confrontation between CM Punk and Roman Reigns.
- Updates on Seth Rollins’ return and his recent impact on the roster.
Implications for Future WWE Events and WrestleMania
The developments on this episode of WWE Raw deepen the narrative leading into WrestleMania, especially highlighting the brewing conflict between CM Punk and Roman Reigns. With several championship storylines progressing and some unresolved character appearances, the show sets the stage for high-stakes matches and dramatic moments in the coming weeks. Fans will be watching closely to see how these rivalries evolve and which titles change hands as the road to WrestleMania intensifies.
