On February 2, 2026, WWE presented the 1,706th episode of Raw live at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Fans gathered to see several exciting matches, with the event also available for streaming on Netflix.
Je Von Evans secured a victory over El Grande Americano II with an OG Cutter after 12 minutes and 31 seconds. Penta won against Bronson Reed by count out in a match lasting 12 minutes and 55 seconds.
Women’s World Title Defended in a Street Fight
Stephanie Vaquer successfully retained her Women’s World Title in a Philadelphia Street Fight against Raquel Rodriguez. After a grueling 21 minutes and 55 seconds, Vaquer secured the win with a Corkscrew Splash, keeping her championship intact.
Roman Reigns Announces Challenge for WrestleMania 42
Following the matches, Roman Reigns, the 2026 Royal Rumble winner, appeared before the Philadelphia crowd to announce his intentions for WrestleMania 42. He asked fans which champion he should face next, receiving a strong response for the World Heavyweight Champion, CM Punk.
CM Punk then entered the arena and delivered a promo directed at Balor. This exchange sparked a heated war of words between Punk and Reigns, culminating in Reigns declaring his pursuit of Punk’s World Heavyweight Title.
Implications for WrestleMania 42 and WWE’s Future
This confrontation sets the stage for a high-stakes showdown between Roman Reigns and CM Punk at WrestleMania 42. The rivalry promises to be a focal point of the event, captivating fans and shaping WWE’s storyline momentum heading into spring.
With Stephanie Vaquer holding onto her Women’s World Title in a brutal street fight and rising tensions between Reigns and Punk, WWE Raw in Philadelphia offered a blend of athleticism and dramatic storytelling that will influence upcoming matches and championships.
