CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, and Seth Rollins to Kick Off WWE Raw

One big thing: Seth Rollins to deliver “referee’s instructions” to CM Punk and Drew McIntyre

WWE Raw is set to open with a high-stakes confrontation between CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, and Seth Rollins tonight.

• Rollins, who will serve as the special guest referee for Punk and McIntyre’s match at SummerSlam, is scheduled to deliver his “referee’s instructions” to both competitors.
• This segment is currently planned to kick off the show, according to PWInsider.

Why it matters

This confrontation sets the stage for one of SummerSlam’s most anticipated matches, potentially influencing the outcome and dynamics of the pay-per-view event.

Other matches scheduled for tonight’s Raw

• Lyra Valkyria, Katana Chance, and Kayden Carter vs. Sonya Deville, Zoey Stark, and Shayna Baszler
• Xavier Woods vs. Karrion Kross
• GUNTHER vs. Finn Balor
• Bronson Reed vs. Sheamus
• The Creed Brothers vs. Otis and Akira Tozawa

The big picture

Tonight’s Raw, airing on Syfy at 8/7 C, promises to be a packed show with high-profile matches and segments, building momentum towards SummerSlam.

What are your expectations for the confrontation between Punk, McIntyre, and Rollins? Share your thoughts in the comments below.