Top storylines to watch on WWE Raw (April 13, 2026): Showdown before WrestleMania; Liv Morgan's injury & more

A major title match is in major jeopardy.

Before packing bags for Las Vegas, WWE will stay in California to deliver the go-home show of Monday Night Raw. The Red brand’s show before WrestleMania will take place live from the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.

Roman Reigns and CM Punk are confirmed to appear on the show. On the other hand, after a massive brawl during the contract signing last week, Brock Lesnar’s appearance is also confirmed for the show.

Ahead of the final edition on the Road to WrestleMania, let us take a look at the top four storylines that might be in store for fans on WWE Raw.

4. Iyo Sky vs Asuka

Despite plans to book Iyo Sky vs Asuka at the ‘Grandest Stage,’ WWE has not confirmed the match, as reports have suggested that Asuka and Kairi Sane are the backup for the multi-team Women’s Tag Team match at Mania if Nikki Bella of the Bella Twins is unable to be medically cleared in time.

However, as we’re firmly just days away from the show, WWE is likely going to either book this match or decide to postpone it for a later PLE, as Kairi Sane’s turn is also planned for the storyline per reports.

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3. Seth Rollins vs Gunther

Two weeks after the initial attack, Seth Rollins confronted Gunther on last week’s show, which quickly escalated into a brawl. In a backstage segment afterward, Gunther made it clear to Paul Heyman that he owed him far more than just a “thank you” for saving him from Rollins.

The feud already had a short span of time to get going before Mania comes knocking, and WWE will likely have something huge planned for the go-home show to get fans excited for the showdown.

2. Liv Morgan’s injury

Liv Morgan suffered an injury last week following an attack by Stephanie Vaquer, who ambushed her and shoved her into Roxanne Perez, causing the collision. The crash left visible swelling and bruising on their foreheads, and reports confirmed that Liv and Roxanne were placed in concussion protocol.

While it is unlikely that WWE would have to scrap the title match between Vaquer and Liv, as a Fightful report has suggested that Liv and Roxanne will be cleared for Mania, but fans are still speculating and will likely get an update this Monday.

1. Showdown before WrestleMania

As noted, both CM Punk and Roman Reigns are confirmed for an appearance before their showdown in the main event of Night 2 of Mania. The last time the two faced off, it ended in a brawl where Punk slammed Reigns down through the announce desk, and after last week’s promo by Punk, fans are waiting to see how Roman responds.

Additionally, on the heels of last week’s brawl with Oba Femi, Brock Lesnar is confirmed to make an appearance, and what carnage will the final showdown between the two giants bring? Tune in to find out.

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