Who will kick off WWE RAW tonight (August 25, 2025)?

By Abhijit Singh

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Published at :August 25, 2025 at 6:05 PM

Modified at :August 25, 2025 at 6:05 PM

(Courtesy : WWE)

Tonight’s episode of WWE Raw features two singles matches!

The wait for French fans is finally over as we’ve officially entered the Clash in Paris week. WWE has already arrived in Europe and is delivering live events and weekly shows of Raw and SmackDown. Ahead of the PLE, they will now deliver the go-home show of the Red brand tonight.

Tonight’s episode of Monday Night Raw is set to air live from the BP Pulse LIVE Arena in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The show will also have an early start time of 3 PM ET/12 PM PT.

Multiple stars, including Roman Reigns, Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch, Kofi Kingston, and Xavier Woods, are set to appear. Furthermore, Nikki Bella will call out Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch.

Rhea Ripley faces Roxanne Perez for their third encounter inside the squared circle, while Kofi Kingston will square off with Petna to teach him a lesson.

Who will kick off WWE RAW tonight?

Roman Reigns WWE RAW — HOUSTON, TEXAS – JULY 21: Roman Reigns enters the arena during Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on July 21, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bradlee Rutledge/ WWE via Getty Images)

‘The OTC’ Roman Reigns is set to kick off tonight’s episode of Monday Night Raw. The appearance comes following his return last week during the final moments, where Reigns aided Jey Uso in his Extreme Rules match against Bron Breakker and took out Bronson Reed.

Reigns is set to battle Reed in a singles match at the upcoming Clash in Paris and will likely address his opponent during his appearance tonight in Birmingham.

Matches & segments announced for 08/25 WWE RAW

Roman Reigns to kick off the go-home show
Rhea Ripley vs Roxanne
Penta vs Kofi Kingston
Nikki Bella to confront Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch
Roman Reigns, Rhea Ripley, Naomi, Becky Lynch, Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods are listed as featured superstars

When and where will this week’s WWE RAW take place?

The upcoming go-home of Monday Night Raw is set to air live from the BP Pulse LIVE Arena in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The show will also have an early start time of 3 PM ET/12 PM PT.

What matches have been announced for the show?

Rhea Ripley vs RoxannePenta vs Kofi Kingston

When and where will Clash in Paris 2025 take place?

Clash in Paris is set for Sunday, August 31, 2025, at the Paris La Défense Arena in Nanterre, France.

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Abhijit Singh

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