The July 1 edition of WWE Raw is set to deliver an intense lineup from the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA, as Sami Zayn joins forces with Penta in a high-stakes tag match, marking a key highlight for fans eager to watch their favorite superstars in action. Tonight’s episode, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern on Netflix, places the Sami Zayn WWE Raw tag match in the spotlight, following the dramatic events at Night of Champions.
Major Tag Team Bout Added Following Night of Champions Incident
Raw General Manager Adam Pearce revealed that the featured tag team contest will see Sami Zayn and Penta face Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. This announcement follows a confrontation during the Night of Champions main event, which involved all four competitors and set the stage for their showdown on Monday night.
“After what happened at Night of Champions, Sami Zayn teams with Penta to take on Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed,”
—Adam Pearce, Raw General Manager
The anticipation for this match is high, as each superstar looks to settle scores and stake their claim in the Raw tag team division.
Other Matches and Segments Set for the Night
Tonight’s Raw begins with Rhea Ripley opening the show. Many fans expect Ripley’s appearance to set an energetic tone, given her ongoing impact in WWE storylines. The World Heavyweight Champion Gunther is also scheduled to appear live, promising a direct message aimed at Goldberg.
“And the World Heavyweight Champion Gunther is in the house with a message for Goldberg.”
—Adam Pearce, Raw General Manager
Additionally, Nick Aldis and Adam Pearce are scheduled to deliver remarks intended to clarify the direction for Evolution 2, an event many in the WWE Universe are watching closely.
“Rhea Ripley opens the show. Nick Aldis and I will also be there with a message to bring things into focus for Evolution. And that is official.”
—Adam Pearce, Raw General Manager
Full Card Preview for WWE Raw in Pittsburgh
The lineup for tonight’s show promises a variety of high-profile matches and segments. Scheduled contests include:
1. Rhea Ripley opens the night with an appearance
2. Sami Zayn & Penta vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed
3. World Tag Team Champions The New Day (Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods) defending their titles against The Judgment Day (Finn Balor & JD McDonagh)
4. Sheamus squaring off against Rusev in singles action
5. Gunther’s live appearance and message to Goldberg
6. Official updates from Nick Aldis and Adam Pearce regarding Evolution 2
Special Start Time and SmackDown Taping
WWE Raw will air at a special start time of 6 p.m. Eastern, two hours earlier than usual, as announced by WWE. The July 4 episode of SmackDown will also be taped later in the evening at the same venue, making this a packed night for both fans in Pittsburgh and viewers at home.
Key Implications for WWE’s Ongoing Storylines
With the Sami Zayn WWE Raw tag match taking center stage and multiple major storylines set to progress tonight, this episode is expected to have lasting implications on future Raw episodes and upcoming WWE events, including Evolution 2. The energy in Pittsburgh is likely to be high as superstars like Rhea Ripley, Gunther, Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, and others shape the direction of the WWE roster moving forward.
