WWE Raw on March 17, 2025, aired live from the ING Arena in Brussels, Belgium, featuring major moments as John Cena addressed his shocking betrayal of Cody Rhodes, Bianca Belair and Iyo Sky signed their WrestleMania 41 contract, and Penta clashed with Ludwig Kaiser in a brutal No Holds Barred match.
The night also saw title matches, WrestleMania build-ups, and escalating rivalries across the roster.
John Cena confronts Cody Rhodes after shocking betrayal
John Cena opened the show to address his actions at WWE Elimination Chamber, where he betrayed Cody Rhodes moments after securing a WrestleMania 41 title shot. Cena expressed resentment toward fans, claiming they never truly supported him.
As the crowd booed, Cena declared he no longer needed the fans, calling them toxic and ungrateful. Cody Rhodes interrupted, telling Cena that, despite the betrayal, he once admired him. Rhodes warned Cena to find his old self before WrestleMania—because he intended to retire him.
Penta defeats Ludwig Kaiser in a No Holds Barred Match
Penta and Ludwig Kaiser waged war in a brutal No Holds Barred contest. The action quickly spilled outside, with Penta landing a hurricanrana off the barricade and Kaiser slamming him through the announce desk with a Death Valley Driver.
Back in the ring, Kaiser grabbed a chair, but Penta superkicked it into his face. Penta then delivered a devastating Mexican Destroyer onto the chair, followed by the Penta Driver for the victory.
Dakota Kai defeats Ivy Nile
In a rematch from February 17, Dakota Kai once again bested Ivy Nile. Kai gained early control, but Nile fought back with a German suplex.
Outside interference from Chad Gable distracted Kai, but Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee ran down to neutralize the interference. Kai took advantage, landing a running boot and the Go To Kick for the victory.
Bianca Belair and Iyo Sky had a contract signing, but Rhea Ripley had other plans
Bianca Belair and Iyo Sky officially signed their contract for WrestleMania 41. Sky warned Belair not to disrespect her, while Belair vowed to reclaim the Women’s World Championship.
Tensions escalated as Rhea Ripley arrived, confronting both women over past slights. Ripley powerbombed SKY onto Belair and then shockingly signed the contract herself, potentially making WrestleMania a three-way showdown.
Jey Uso defeats Austin Theory; Confronts Gunther
Jey Uso continued his momentum ahead of WrestleMania 41 by defeating Austin Theory in a quick bout. Theory attacked at the bell, but Jey hit a spear for the win.
After the match, A-Town Down Under attempted a beatdown, but Jey fought them off. Gunther then appeared, eyeing another ambush, but Jey snatched his World Heavyweight Championship belt and tossed it at his feet.
LWO defeats American Made; Mystery attacker strikes
LWO’s Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee faced American Made’s Creed Brothers in a hard-hitting tag match. The Creed Brothers dominated early, but Mysterio turned the tide, hitting a 619 and a splash for the win.
Post-match, a masked attacker blindsided Mysterio and Lee, delivering brutal suplexes before vanishing into the crowd.
Seth Rollins addresses Roman Reigns & CM Punk
Last week’s brutal steel cage match saw a shocking conclusion, as Roman Reigns returned to Raw for the first time since Royal Rumble to take down both Seth Rollins and CM Punk.
Seth Rollins called out Roman Reigns for interfering in his match last week and mocked CM Punk, claiming he would have beaten him in the cage.
He announced that he would be appearing on the upcoming SmackDown on Friday, setting up a showdown with both men. Seth was vowing he wasn’t done with either man.
Bron Breakker retains Intercontinental Championship against Finn Balor
Breakker dominated early, but Balor fought back with outside offense.
As Dominik Mysterio and Carlito tried to interfere, Breakker countered with a massive spear and a Military Press Powerslam for the win. Afterward, he took out both Dominik and Carlito, standing tall with his title.
In the closing stages, Penta appeared. Both Bron and Penta went face-to-face as Raw went off the air.