This week’s WWE Raw broadcast took place at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, featuring a special tribute to The Phenomenal AJ Styles. The event marked AJ Styles’ first appearance since his retirement last month following his loss to Gunther at the Royal Rumble.
Notable Appearances at the Tribute Show
Before the show began, notable wrestling figures arrived at the arena, including The Undertaker and Cody Rhodes. Fans spotted The Undertaker entering the venue, while Cody Rhodes’ bus was seen parked outside, indicating their participation in the night’s proceedings.
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— makayla @ RAW (@speedupris) February 23, 2026
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— makayla @ RAW (@speedupris) February 23, 2026
Additional Highlights and Matches Featured on Raw
Aside from the tribute to AJ Styles, Raw included several key segments and matches. Brock Lesnar made an appearance, adding to the evening’s buildup. Liv Morgan, who won the Women’s Royal Rumble, announced she would be making her WrestleMania decision during the show. CM Punk also featured prominently, discussing his recent title matches against Finn Bálor and Roman Reigns.
In ring action, Nattie squared off against Maxxine Dupri in a highly personal contest. Additionally, Jey Uso competed against Original El Grande Americano and Bronson Reed in a triple threat match qualifying for the Elimination Chamber.
Significance of the Event and Upcoming Developments
The WWE Raw AJ Styles Tribute not only honored a recently retired star but also set the stage for future storylines ahead of WrestleMania. With Liv Morgan’s announcement and CM Punk’s involvement, the show laid groundwork for upcoming title pursuits. The presence of major names like The Undertaker, Brock Lesnar, and Cody Rhodes emphasized the event’s importance, generating anticipation for the matches and decisions to come.
UNDERTAKER AT RAW pic.twitter.com/CsZenp8Iy9
— makayla @ RAW (@speedupris) February 23, 2026
cody at raw tonight 👀 pic.twitter.com/mE5uRhTvAh
— makayla @ RAW (@speedupris) February 23, 2026
