Hey, WWE lovers! Just a heads-up, Monday Night Raw is right around the corner!
For this week, both Raw and SmackDown – including that super exciting Clash In Paris live event this weekend – are going to kick off at a much earlier slot for everyone tuning in on Netflix.
Typically, fans adapt to the US timeframes for big wrestling shows touring America, but this time it’s our moment to shine, letting Raw fans worldwide enjoy the show on our terms.
Expect an action-packed card tonight! A former world champion will lead off the show, and a Hall of Famer is getting ready to challenge Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch. Big names are primed to enter the ring!
As tonight’s Raw serves as the red brand’s last stop before Clash In Paris, wrestling fans are hoping for an unpredictable lead-up packed with excitement.
When Does WWE Raw Air in the UK?
WWE Raw goes live TONIGHT at 8 PM for our UK fans.
Usually, Raw and SmackDown air super early for us, but this evening, you can expect the Netflix stream to start at a roommate-friendly time.
On the flip side, folks in the US may have to sneak watch on their phones whilst still at work at 3 PM ET/12 PM PT.
Where Is WWE Raw Happening Tonight?
Tonight, Raw will be broadcasted live from Birmingham, UK, marking the first live WWE event from the city in an astonishing 12 years.
They kicked off their European tour in Dublin last Friday as part of the Road to Clash In Paris, with the premium live event taking place in a couple of days in the beautiful City of Love.
This week, SmackDown is heading back to wrestling’s best crowd in Lyon, followed by both Clash In Paris and the next night’s Raw right from the French capital.
Previewing WWE Raw: Match Card for Tonight’s Episode
- Roman Reigns kicks off the show
- Nikki Bella faces off with Becky Lynch
- Penta takes on Kofi Kingston
- Rhea Ripley battles Roxanne Perez
What’s Up with WWE Raw’s Early Start Tonight?
Just like with WWE’s European Road To WrestleMania earlier in 2025, tonight’s early broadcast is another perk from the new Netflix agreement.
Previously, when WWE would hit the road internationally for shows, many were aired on a delay to match US timings. This resulted in UK fans having to wait until the early hours if they weren’t lucky enough to attend live.
That has all flipped! With streaming rights under Netflix for regions outside the US, international viewers can enjoy the thrill of wrestling in real time.
WWE Raw Star Power and Titles
As we approach Clash In Paris, Seth Rollins hold the title for the World Heavyweight Champion on Raw, with the Women’s World Title being given up by pregnant superstar Naomi.
The Intercontinental Championships are currently celebrating their champions, Dominik Mysterio for the men and Becky Lynch for the women. Meanwhile, Finn Balor and JD McDonagh from Dirty Dom’s Judgment Day hold the title for World Tag Team Champions.
Leading up to the event tonight, the men’s roster boasts talent like former world champ CM Punk, recently joined red brand beast LA Knight, Penta, alongside Seth’s The Vision comrades Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. Other notable names on the men’s roster are Jey Uso, AJ Styles, Karrion Kross, Rusev, and Sheamus.
On the women’s side, incredibly talented wrestlers like Kairi Sane, Bayley, Asuka, Lyra Valkyria, Raquel Rodriguez, Stephanie Vaquer, and Rhea Ripley are battling for the vacant Women’s World Championship.
Tag team competitions on Raw see Judgment Day at the top, but we also have solid teams like the War Raiders, Creed Brothers, and members of the Latino World Order in the mix.
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