It’s the first episode of WWE Raw in 2023, which also marks the 30th year of Raw‘s existence. Not a whole lot has been announced for tonight’s show as of yet, but with two title matches announced, the fans in the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN should get their money’s worth. Let’s take a look at everything announced so far for tonight’s episode of Raw:
Austin Theory (c) vs. Seth Rollins for the United States Championship
WWE’s official preview:
Austin Theory has held the United States Title since capturing it in a Triple Threat Match against then-champion Seth “Freakin” Rollins and Bobby Lashley at Survivor Series.
Now, Theory will put the title on the line against The Visionary as Rollins attempts to capture the title he briefly held.
Can Rollins defeat Theory to become a three-time United States Champion, or is Theory truly the “now”?
Bianca Belair (c) vs. Alexa Bliss for the Raw Women’s Championship
WWE’s official preview:
After winning a Triple Threat Match and later defeating Bayley to become No. 1 Contender, Alexa Bliss has earned her chance to challenge Raw Women’s Champion Bianca Belair in two weeks.
Confounding the issue is some bizarre behavior from Bliss, who shockingly smashed a vase over the champion’s head.
Can Bliss keep herself in check to capture the title she has not held in over three years?
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