With WrestleMania 41 just around the corner on April 19 and 20, all eyes were on this final episode of Raw before the mega event. Fans were treated to thrilling matches and high-voltage segments throughout the night. WWE’s top superstars delivered standout performances, but it was the dramatic main event segment featuring Roman Reigns that stole the spotlight. Reigns not only fought his long-time friend Paul Heyman, but pandemonium broke out as Seth Rollins entered the picture, ultimately leading to a jaw-dropping moment.
The evening started with World Heavyweight Champion Gunther, who had a burning entrance and taunted Jey Uso, mentioning his recent attack on Jimmy Uso. Gunther firmly declared that he would beat Jey at WrestleMania and hold on to his title, saying it would destroy Jey’s life forever.
In the women’s section, Bayley defeated Liv Morgan in a tough match. There was interference by Lyra Valkyria and Raquel Rodriguez during the bout, but Bayley still gained a convincing victory—gaining momentum going into WrestleMania.
Rey Mysterio & AJ Styles Score Wins
WWE legend Rey Mysterio faced off against Julius Creed in a thrilling match that had fans on the edge of their seats. Creed was able to hold his own, but Rey’s experience got the best of him as he won the match.
AJ Styles later battled Karrion Kross in another intriguing match. Styles won, but was then disrupted by Logan Paul, who confidently stated he would beat Styles at WrestleMania 41. Kross tried to strike Styles from behind but was unsuccessful. Styles retaliated by attacking both Kross and Logan, although Logan soon took control and left Styles bruised in the ring.
Will Jey end up like Jimmy at #WrestleMania? pic.twitter.com/BBXH69pV7Z
— WWE (@WWE) April 15, 2025
Jey Uso’s Speech & Finn Bálor’s Controversial Victory
Jey Uso arrived with grandeur, accompanied by thunderous applause from the crowd. He announced that he would take the World Heavyweight Championship back home to his family by defeating Gunther at WrestleMania 41. There was another bout where Finn Bálor opposed Penta and won by disqualification after the interference of Carlito and Dominik Mysterio. Chaos broke out as Bron Breakker invaded the ring, laying spears into anyone in sight. Even with the rampage, Penta was able to fight back and bring Breakker down to close out the segment.
EL GRANDE AMERICANO makes a huge statement just days ahead of his very first #WrestleMania! pic.twitter.com/4Qpwv7yQN3
— WWE (@WWE) April 15, 2025
Main Event Segment: Roman Reigns Explodes, Seth Rollins Shocks Everyone
The top match featured Roman Reigns arriving at the arena accompanied by Paul Heyman. Reigns spoke to the WWE Universe, insisting for the second week in a row that they realize who he is. He then turned on Heyman, getting in his face for what he felt was betrayal. Heyman attempted to defend himself, stating it wasn’t a betrayal—but tensions were running high.
PENTA-MANIA!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/p15RpLRoAn
— WWE (@WWE) April 15, 2025
Seth Rollins suddenly showed up and started causing dissension between Heyman and Reigns, even mentioning CM Punk in the middle of the argument. Reigns retaliated with a vicious assault on Rollins, sending him out of the ring. Reigns then shocked everyone by pushing Heyman to the mat in the ring.
As the segment intensified, CM Punk appeared out of nowhere, punching Reigns and consoling Heyman. Reigns, though, fought back with a spear to Punk. Rollins reappeared and delivered a steel chair shot to Reigns’ back, closing the show in a dramatic manner. Heyman, visibly shaken, watched in terror as Raw ended in disarray.
MESSAGE SENT by SETH ROLLINS!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/aFfYb24Ddf
— WWE (@WWE) April 15, 2025
