Top five spoilers for WWE RAW tonight (December 22, 2025): Austin Theory in action, CM Punk-Gunther face-off & more

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WWE RAW tonight (December 22, 2025) is set to deliver a newsworthy holiday edition as the road to the new year continues. The show was pre-taped last week and hence, spoilers are already out.

With Austin Theory confirmed to appear and The Vision reportedly setting their sights on CM Punk, fans can expect major storyline developments and surprise moments.

After some earlier confusion surrounding WWE’s taping schedule, it’s now clear that tonight’s RAW was taped in Grand Rapids, Michigan, during WWE’s Christmas week recordings.

Here are the five spoilers that will transpire during the December 22, 2025, episode of WWE Raw tonight:

Austin Theory in action

Austin Theory will appear on WWE RAW and is expected to be seen in a backstage segment with Paul Heyman.

Austin Theory debuted his new ring gear during Raw tapings in Michigan!(Via: X/BrockLesnarGuy)#WWERaw #Spoilers pic.twitter.com/okPWjaQKGM

— KN Wrestling (@knwrestling) December 20, 2025

Heyman will also be shown speaking with Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, with the discussions centered around Theory and his growing role on the red brand, hinting at larger plans in motion.

He will also be in action in the main event, with CM Punk and Rey Mysterio taking on Bronson Reed and Austin Theory. The match will end with Theory pinning Mysterio to secure the victory for The Vision.

The Vision target CM Punk

Later in the night, The Vision and Austin Theory are set to target CM Punk, leading to a high-profile tag team clash.

In a statement-making outcome, The Vision are expected to defeat Punk and Rey Mysterio, further cementing their dominance and putting CM Punk firmly in their crosshairs on WWE RAW.

Nikki Bella cuts a promo

WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella will get mic time on RAW, using the moment to remind the WWE Universe of her legendary career and lasting legacy.

Her promo is expected to come amid rising tensions between Stephanie Vaquer and Raquel Rodriguez following Bella’s recent attack. Nikki’s words will add fuel to the brewing rivalry, bringing star power and added intensity to an already volatile situation in the women’s division.

CM Punk and Gunther face-off

WWE RAW will feature an intense in-ring segment as Gunther is set to deliver a promo that draws a strong reaction from the crowd. During his address, Gunther will once again take aim at John Cena, firing off a sharp insult that reinforces his dominant persona.

CM Punk and Gunther face off during December 22 Raw pre-taping in Michigan!(Via: X/_MoneUpdates)#WWERaw #Spoilers pic.twitter.com/rX2nrpuGw9

— KN Wrestling (@knwrestling) December 20, 2025

The segment is expected to be interrupted by CM Punk and Rey Mysterio, leading to a tense face-off between Punk and Gunther that immediately raises the stakes. Later in the night, Gunther will be shown crossing paths with AJ Styles backstage, adding another intriguing layer to RAW’s unfolding storylines.

The Judgement Day ongoing tensions

WWE RAW will spotlight the growing cracks within The Judgment Day during a backstage segment focused on the group’s internal struggles.

Tensions among the women are set to intensify, leaving Finn Bálor and Dominik Mysterio increasingly frustrated and unsure how to regain control.

Liv Morgan and Roxanne Perez will appear to be on the same page, presenting a united front, while Raquel Rodriguez is expected to distance herself from the rest of the faction.

The uneasy dynamic will further highlight the deepening divide within Judgment Day, signaling potential fallout and major changes ahead.

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