WWE Raw Highlights (March 9, 2026): CM Punk appears; Seth Rollins escapes again; Bayley wins; Dominik Mysterio attacks Finn Balor; WrestleMania 42 build-up & more

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Live from the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington, the March 9 episode of Monday Night Raw will continue to intensify feuds and storylines for WrestleMania 42.
Fans can expect another explosive show with new twists, surprise confrontations, and exciting developments that could shape the road to the ‘Grandest Stage.’ CM Punk, Rhea Ripley, Jey Uso, Penta, and Becky Lynch are listed as featured superstars.
WWE has announced an exciting showdown between two giants, along with a gauntlet match and an IC title match for the show.
Announced for WWE Raw (March 9, 2026)
- Lyra Valkyria vs Bayley vs Iyo Sky vs Raquel Rodriguez vs Asuka vs Ivy Nile – Women’s Intercontinental title #1 Contenders Gauntlet match
- Oba Femi vs Rusev
- Penta (c) vs “Original” El Grande Americano – Intercontinental title match
- CM Punk, Rhea Ripley, Jey Uso, Penta & Becky Lynch are listed as featured superstars.
Women’s Intercontinental title #1 Contenders Gauntlet match

In her promo last week, after capturing the WWE Women’s Intercontinental title, AJ Lee stated that she wants to be a fighting Champion and will defend the title next time she is in the ring.
Later in the show, WWE announced a gauntlet match to crown the number one contenders for the Women’s IC title. Lyra Valkyria, Bayley, Iyo Sky, Raquel Rodriguez, Asuka, and Ivy Nile will clash in a gauntlet match to secure a title shot against the newly crowned Champion.
Oba Femi vs Rusev
After their intense showdown, which ended in a brawl, where Oba Femi stood tall, tossing Rusev over the ropes, the two superstars are now set to clash in a singles match this week. Both men have no love lost between them, and after the brawl last week, fans are expecting an explosive showdown in Seattle.
Additionally, the newly crowned Intercontinental Champion Penta will defend the title in his first appearance since capturing the title last week against “Original” El Grande Americano this Monday.
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