The Monday Night RAW episode following WWE Royal Rumble 2026 is set to mark a pivotal moment for the Stamford-based promotion, as it features a major showdown between longtime adversaries Stephanie Vaquer and Raquel Rodriguez for the WWE title. This highly anticipated bout is expected to shape the future of the women’s division on RAW.
In addition to the title match, Big Mami Cool and The Dark Angel will face off in a brutal Good Old Philadelphia Street Fight. The presence of The Judgment Day faction adds complexity, potentially giving Rodriguez an edge due to the faction’s influence behind the scenes.
Raquel Rodriguez’s Potential Upset Victory
Raquel Rodriguez, a 35-year-old RAW Superstar, has twice fallen short in world title matches against Stephanie Vaquer. However, on this upcoming episode, there is a strong possibility that Rodriguez could finally overcome The Dark Angel. An upset win would dramatically alter the trajectory of the women’s division, signaling a fresh chapter on the Road to WrestleMania.
Rodriguez appears driven and ready to claim the Women’s World Championship, which would mark a major milestone in her career and bring new energy to RAW’s title scene.
Possible Betrayal Within The Judgment Day
The Judgment Day faction is keen to add gold to their collection, and the RAW match could serve as a backdrop for internal conflict. During the climax, Big Mami Cool might reject assistance from fellow member Liv Morgan, instead joining forces with Roxanne Perez to launch an attack on Morgan. This betrayal could lead to Morgan’s expulsion from the group with the support of Finn Balor, setting up a dramatic and bitter feud that is likely to spotlight WrestleMania.
Stephanie Vaquer’s Title Defense and Future Challenges
As the reigning World Women’s Champion for nearly 134 days, Stephanie Vaquer secured the title by defeating IYO SKY following Naomi’s vacating the championship due to pregnancy. Despite predictions favoring Rodriguez, Vaquer could once again hold onto her WWE title, defying expectations.
A successful title defense would maintain her dominance and complicate the championship landscape. Liv Morgan is also positioned as a contender, creating an intriguing rivalry leading into WrestleMania and ensuring the women’s title picture remains highly competitive.
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Stephanie Vaquer defends the Women’s World Championship vs. Raquel Rodriguez in a Philadelphia Street Fight next week!#WWERAW pic.twitter.com/UoLgIaBOIm
— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) January 27, 2026
