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As Part of WWE Road to WrestleMania European tour, Raw aired live from Forest National Arena in Brussels, Belgium.
Commentary: Michael Cole and Corey Graves.
WWE Raw Results
John Cena and Cody Rhodes Segment
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Show starts with John Cena’s music, John Cena received a huge negative reaction with loud “John Cena sucks” chants. No attire or theme song changed, Cena wore the jorts and walked down towards ring with his “The Time Is Now” theme, for now at least. Crowd continued boos with “Let’s go Cena” and “Cena sucks” chants. Cena tried to speak but boos increased while he tried to speak and also with “You sold out” chant.
Finally crowd allowed to speak, Cena said from last 25 years he was the victim of an abusive relationship. Cena said he had enough of bullying all this time. The loud chants started again. Cena denied he was a face or a heel and that the fans have been awful to him all this time.
Cena continued to talk about how he won a lot and attempted to please the fans, but it was never good enough. He then spoke of his retirement and how the fans spoiled that, just like all else. The fans began to chant “Na na na, hey hey, goodbye,” but Cena cut the promo back, stating the fans always asked, “What do we get?” He answered, “You get nothing. No new look, no new music.”
John has a point and it’s completely justified.
— Nav (@Navtreaks) March 17, 2025
They hated him because he was winning too much.
He gave himself away and it still wasn’t enough.
They cheered when he would love.
They only showed him love after because they missed what they had with John.#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/kPhheQCpb4
The crowd chanted for Cody Rhodes and Cena replied, of course they need the new thing. Cena said that the fans stole his moments and is the joke, and he called them pathetic. Cena said the fans were “dumped” and that he no longer needs them, Cena was interrupted by Cody Rhodes.
Rhodes had loud chants of “Whoa!” and “Cody!” from the fans. When the crowd settled down, Rhodes informed the crowd that they were giving Cena his best and worst, but he could take it. He then cut Cena off, reminding him that who the WWE Champion. At last, Rhodes instructed Cena to go find himself at WrestleMania 41.
Notice how WWE had John Cena say everything he needed to say before Cody Rhodes came out.
— TribaI Wrestling (@TribalMegastar) March 17, 2025
And then when they were face to face he didn't say anything.
WWE ALREADY PROTECTING CODY FROM GETTING COOKED BY CENA 😭#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/0z8zxb39sr
Penta defeated Ludwig Kaiser in a No Holds Barred Match
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In a ruthless No Holds Barred Match where steel chairs, kendo sticks, and plain brutality were unleashed, Penta won against Ludwig Kaiser after sending him crashing down with a killing Penta Driver. The match was a brutal display of cruelty with the two opponents unleashing the implements at their disposal to cause harm and punishment. Following the match in an interview, Penta promised to target the Intercontinental Title, vowing to beat anyone who gets on his way as he chases title gold.
Dakota Kai defeated Ivy Nile
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Before the match, Ivy Nile and The Creed Brothers were backstage when they were confronted by Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee. American Made denied that it was Chad Gable under the lucha mask the week before.
The match kicked off with Chad Gable joining The Creed Brothers at ringside. Dakota Kai initially took control, but Nile quickly turned the tide after a distraction from Gable. Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee then arrived at ringside, taking out The Creed Brothers. Gable ran off backstage, using this interference Kai hits with GTK on Ivy Nile to win the match.
Women’s World Champion IYO SKY and Bianca Belair contract signing interrupted by Rhea Ripley
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Iyo Sky entered for the contract signing, followed by Bianca Belair. Adam Pearce was the moderator, allowing both women to have their say. Sky declared she would not be disrespected once more and vowed to stay champion before signing the contract. Belair fired back, declaring she would be the new champion and signed too. Pearce appreciated their professionalism, but Rhea Ripley quickly interrupted the segment.
Ripley indicated that she would not leave the slap from Belair unpunished. The tension rose and Ripley threw Belair and Sky both onto the table. With the two women on the table, Ripley signed the contract, reportedly making the match a triple threat for WrestleMania.
Rhea coming down to sign the contract and giddily skipping away in the chaos I love to see! #WWERaw #RheaRipley @RheaRipley_WWE pic.twitter.com/t6rA2eCZkw
— ☾ (@622×89) March 17, 2025
Jey Uso defeated Austin Theory
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In Brussels, Belgium, “Main Event” Jey Uso beat Austin Theory in less than a minute via a thunderous crossbody. Post-match, he beat down A-Town Down before turning away a post-match attack from World Heavyweight Champion Gunther. Gunther attempted to sneak attack Uso once again, but this time, Uso turned the tables on Gunther, pulling the World Heavyweight Championship from his hands. Uso then stood with the title for a second before throwing it back to Gunther.
Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee def. The Creed Brothers
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The Creeds initially took control. Dragon Lee was able to isolate the situation and took the control and got the hot tag to Rey Mysterio. The fans loved Rey Mysterio as he made the comeback. Rey Mysterio hit the 619 and the splash to win the match. Seconds after Rey Mysterio picked up the win with Dragon Lee, a mysterious luchador once again emerged from the crowd to ambush and destroyed The LWO.
Bron Breakker defeated Finn Bálor in an Intercontinental Title Match
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Balor began by pacing the match down and sending Breakker out of the ring. Breakker seized control, sending Balor out instead. Breakker attempted to charge, but Balor fought back with a slingblade. On the break, Balor continued to trash-talk Breakker.
When the show resumed, Breakker fought back with heavy strikes. Carlito and Dom Mysterio came ringside to assist Balor. Breakker then launched Balor over the announce table. Back in the ring, Balor delivered a slingblade and basement dropkick, but Breakker avoided the Coup De Grace and Balor avoided a spear. Carlito distracted the referee, and Mysterio’s interference backfired, crotching Balor. Breakker then delivered the spear to win the match and retain his championship.
Following the match, Mysterio and Carlito attacked Breakker, but Penta came out to assist Breakker. At the end of Raw, Penta was face-to-face with Breakker, staring him down over the Intercontinental Title.
PENTA HOLDS UP THE IC TITLE BEFORE PASSING IT TO BRON
— The Movement – Pro Wrestling (@TheMovementXx) March 17, 2025
THIS HAS GOT TO BE THE WRESTLEMANIA MATCH
THIS IS GOING TO COOK 🔥🔥🔥#WWERAW pic.twitter.com/UY6iQdgC68
