The March 10 episode of WWE Raw opened with a segment featuring Seth Rollins surrounded by numerous masked figures, a moment that sparked mixed reactions among fans on X just six weeks before WrestleMania 42. The use of these masked decoys during the segment highlighted ongoing storylines and raised questions about Rollins’ WrestleMania opponent.
Masked Confusion and Crowd Reactions on WWE Raw
WWE General Manager Adam Pearce confronted Rollins, who is medically sidelined, as he attempted to evade attackers known as The Vision—Logan Paul and Austin Theory—by blending in with the dozen masked men. The tactic involved a shell-game style shuffle, allowing Rollins to escape momentarily until LA Knight and The Usos came to his aid, forcing The Vision to withdraw. The live audience in Seattle responded early with a surprised “Holy Shit” chant, reflecting the mixed emotions toward this unconventional opening.
The segment quickly became a subject of heated debate on social media. Some viewers found the imagery amusing and praised its creativity. One user stated,
“The visual was hilarious but also sort of great. I loved it. I love how bizarre in the best way wrestling can be,”
while another complimented the escape tactic, saying,
“Hiding and getting mixed up with them to make his escape was a pretty sweet move. Props to whoever came up with that one.”
However, many fans expressed frustration and confusion about the segment’s purpose and execution. One critic remarked,
“This may have been the most nothing 14 minutes of Raw I’ve ever watched,”
and another called it
“one of the cringiest, worst segments I’ve seen in ages.”
Comments also pointed to a perceived disconnect between the segment’s content and the importance of the upcoming WrestleMania event.
“Nothing against Rollins, Theory or Logan but wtf was the point of this segment… We are on the road to mania and this is what we’re booking,”
wrote one user, while another added,
“There was no reason for the masked men to scramble and then Seth reveal himself lmao so corny.”
Some comparisons surfaced linking the masked figures to AEW’s Dark Order “creepers,” reflecting fans’ awareness of similar wrestling storylines outside WWE. Despite the criticisms, the live crowd’s reaction demonstrated that in-person responses could differ significantly from those online.
“The live crowd chanting holy shit 3 minutes into raw for a dozen masked men pretending to be a flash mob is proof you can’t use the live crowd as a factor in any debate,”
noted @Missyripley11.
WrestleMania 42’s Confirmed Matches and Remaining Mysteries
Set for April 18–19, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, WrestleMania 42’s card features several high-profile title matches and ongoing rivalries. The confirmed bouts include:
∙ World Heavyweight Championship: CM Punk (c) vs. Roman Reigns (Night 2)
∙ Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Randy Orton (Night 1)
∙ WWE Women’s Championship: Jade Cargill (c) vs. Rhea Ripley
∙ Women’s World Championship: Stephanie Vaquer (c) vs. Liv Morgan
∙ Women’s Intercontinental Championship: AJ Lee (c) vs. Becky Lynch
∙ Women’s United States Championship: Giulia (c) vs. IYO SKY
∙ Brock Lesnar Open Challenge against an opponent to be announced
∙ Seth Rollins vs. opponent yet to be revealed, with strong indications that Logan Paul is likely to fill the role.
Ongoing Storylines Reflect Wrestlers’ Character Shifts and Tensions
Beyond the masked men segment, the episode hinted at potential developments for several key wrestlers. Seth Rollins’ recent struggles and storyline position suggest a possible shift in his character’s trajectory, while CM Punk openly criticized Roman Reigns before being attacked by The Usos, highlighting the ongoing tension between these top stars. Additionally, Paul Heyman’s indefinite absence from WWE television adds further uncertainty to the evolving narratives.
The reactions to Rollins’ segment highlight the precarious balance WWE must maintain between innovative content and audience expectations, especially as fans anxiously anticipate WrestleMania. The contrasting responses reveal a fanbase eager for meaningful storylines but divided over the creative choices leading into the biggest event of the year.
This is stupid. pic.twitter.com/wjZNCnf41k
— Wrestling News (@WrestlingNewsCo) March 10, 2026
The Rock was beating Cody's ass in the rain unannounced 2 years ago what is this dawg https://t.co/3EW99UhREl
— Terrence ✨️ (@KingTerrbear) March 10, 2026
