WWE RAW REPORT
June 9, 2025
Phoenix, Arizona at PHX Arena
The latest episode of WWE Raw aired live on Netflix, drawing an impressive crowd with 13,654 tickets distributed right before the show began.
Commentators Michael Cole and Pat McAfee kicked off the night, highlighting the arrival of superstars like Becky Lynch, Nikki Bella, Gunther, and Jey Uso, with Jey vs. Gunther advertised as the main event. Additionally, a video recap of recent events, including Worlds Collide and Money in the Bank, was shown to set the stage for the evening.
John Cena made a resounding entrance, drawing mixed reactions from the crowd as he discussed his retirement tour and the limited dates remaining. He challenged the audience to send him “real competition” rather than circus antics, leading to an unexpected appearance by C.M. Punk. The two engaged in a heated exchange, with Punk positioning himself as the voice of the people, ultimately agreeing to face Cena at Night of Champions for the WWE Championship.
The tournament updates for the Queen of the Ring and King of the Ring were shared with intriguing brackets previewed for fans. In the Queen of the Ring Fatal Four-way match, Roxanne Perez secured her advancement with a well-timed pinfall on Kairi Sane after the latter landed a top rope attack.
Chad Gable faced A.J. Styles in a match that showcased Styles’ prowess, as he scored a quick win with a Styles Clash. The night included intense backstage segments, with Liv Morgan displaying her fury towards Nikki Bella and a dramatic airing of grievances between wrestlers leading up to the all-women PLE planned for next month.
The main event featured Gunther defending the World Heavyweight Championship against Jey Uso, who was visibly affected by the injuries he sustained over the weekend. Gunther capitalized on Jey’s vulnerable state, highlighting his ruthless and strategic in-ring style.
As the episode concluded, viewers were left anticipating the upcoming matches, particularly the Punk vs. Cena showdown. There is a palpable buzz surrounding the direction of the wrestling landscape as new rivalries take shape and competitive dynamics evolve.
This episode maintained a balance of high-energy matches and compelling storytelling, showcasing the ongoing evolution of characters and the significance of the tournaments ahead. Fans now look forward to more promising storylines as they anticipate the upcoming WWE events.