WWE Raw Preview - August 04, 2025: SummerSlam Fallout Explodes Tonight on Raw — Punk vs. Rollins Heats Up, Will Brock Lesnar Strike Again? Plus, Celebrities Pack the Barclays Center
The dust has barely settled from a jaw-dropping SummerSlam weekend, and already the WWE Universe is bracing for more chaos. Live from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, tonight's episode of WWE Raw promises to carry the shockwaves of CM Punk’s short-lived triumph, Brock Lesnar’s silent destruction, and the next chapter of a red-hot wrestling summer.
If you're in New York and thinking about attending live, good news — tickets are still available on Ticketmaster, starting at $83 and climbing up to $1,200 for premium seats. Pricey? Absolutely. But coming off SummerSlam, WWE might just make it worth every penny.
🔥 What to Expect on Raw Tonight
🐍 CM Punk vs. The Vision Begins
After dethroning Gunther to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, CM Punk’s celebration was instantly sabotaged by Seth Rollins, who cashed in Money in the Bank and left with the title. With tensions red-hot, expect Punk to address the betrayal and possibly confront Rollins live, setting the stage for what could be the birth of a new faction: The Vision.
🐺 Beast Alert: Brock Lesnar’s Back
Brock Lesnar’s return at SummerSlam Night 2 was short, violent, and unforgettable — he decimated John Cena without a single word. WWE hasn’t confirmed if either man will appear tonight, but their Raw preview teases “The Beast is back,” strongly suggesting both Lesnar and Cena could show up to escalate the fallout.
😵 Rusev vs. Sheamus (Again...)
The only confirmed match so far is another round of Rusev vs. Sheamus, a feud WWE is clearly building toward Clash in Paris on August 31. While repetitive, expect new developments or interference to heat this rivalry further.
🏆 New Champions, Unfinished Business — Monday Night Raw Heats Up!
SummerSlam shook the division, and now the fallout hits hard on WWE Raw tonight!
Just 48 hours after claiming the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss will appear live with gold in hand. After knocking off Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez in a gritty tag showdown, the new champs are ready to speak — and you can bet they’ll have something to say about what’s next.
Meanwhile, “The Man” Becky Lynch held her ground at MetLife Stadium, defeating former ally Lyra Valkyria to retain the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. With an unintentional assist from Bayley, Lynch survived — and now Valkyria is banned from challenging again as long as Lynch holds the gold.
So what’s next for The Man? And will Valkyria find another way back into the title picture?
🤼♂️ Superstars Advertised for Raw:
- Gunther
- Roman Reigns
- Jey Uso
- Dominik Mysterio
- Bron Breakker
- Rhea Ripley
- Naomi
- Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss
- Becky Lynch
Expected but unconfirmed:
- Seth Rollins (and the rumored “Vision” faction)
- CM Punk
- Brock Lesnar
- John Cena
🎤 Celebrities @ WWE Raw Tonight
Tonight’s episode of WWE Raw isn’t just packed with in-ring talent — the celebrity guest list is stacked. On the entertainment side, stars from the hit Wednesday series will be in attendance, including Fred Armisen, Luis Guzmán, Emma Myers, Noah Taylor, and Georgie Farmer. But that’s not all — social media personality Fanum is also set to appear, along with a heavy-hitting lineup of hip-hop legends: Method Man, Joe Budden, Fabolous, Ghostface Killah, Jadakiss, Busta Rhymes, and LL Cool J. Brooklyn is about to feel the full force of WWE mixed with music and pop culture royalty.
🎯 WWE’s Roadmap: What’s Next?
Tonight kicks off the build to several major events:
- WWE Clash in Paris – August 31
- Crown Jewel – October 11
- Survivor Series – November 29
Expect seeds to be planted for long-term storytelling as WWE looks to capitalize on SummerSlam’s momentum heading into the fall.
💬 Wrestling.News | Backstage Take:
WWE is smartly riding the post-SummerSlam wave into Raw, using deliberate ambiguity to tease major returns without spoiling surprises. Rollins and Punk are poised to deliver one of WWE’s hottest feuds of the year, and Lesnar’s assault on Cena has "part-time revenge tour" written all over it. Meanwhile, Rusev and Sheamus might be getting stale, but it’s likely just filler for something bigger brewing overseas. Expect a mix of slow-burn storytelling and a few major pops to keep Brooklyn loud all night.
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