Welcome to your full breakdown of WWE Raw from November 17, 2025 — live from the legendary Madison Square Garden in New York City! The night was packed with surprises, returns, a title change, and John Cena’s final-ever appearance on Raw.
Let’s dive into everything that went down.
John Cena Opens the Show — And It Gets Chaotic Fast
John Cena kicked things off by thanking New York City and reflecting on his 23-year history at MSG. He reminded the crowd that this night would be his final chance to speak on Raw — ever.
But before Cena could finish, Dominik Mysterio stormed out and accused him of being handed everything, including last week’s Intercontinental Championship shot. He demanded a rematch, and Cena said yes — but right now.
Dominik refused, instead demanding the rematch at WWE Survivor Series: WarGames. Cena agreed, and then offered a non-title match for tonight.
Dominik wasn’t having it — and called backup.
Judgment Day’s Finn Balor and JD McDonagh joined Dominik for a 3-on-1 beatdown. Sheamus ran in to help Cena, followed by Rey Mysterio to even the odds. The babyfaces cleared the ring and challenged Judgment Day to a Six-Man Tag.
Six-Man Tag: Cena, Sheamus & Rey Mysterio vs. Judgment Day
The action started before the bell even rang, with both teams brawling up the ramp. Once the match officially began, Judgment Day worked over Sheamus and Rey.
Cena eventually got the hot tag, but after a Coup De Grace and Frog Splash, he still managed to kick out. The momentum flipped fast — Cena, Sheamus, and Rey delivered triple Ten Beats of the Bodhrán, followed by a triple Five Knuckle Shuffle.
Rey hit a double 619, Sheamus blasted Balor with a Brogue Kick, and Cena finished JD McDonagh with an Attitude Adjustment.
Winners: John Cena, Sheamus & Rey Mysterio
Nikki Bella Ambushes Stephanie Vaquer
As Stephanie Vaquer arrived for an interview, Nikki Bella blindsided her from behind. Nikki declared she didn’t return to be a sidekick — she came back to dominate the women’s division and demanded a future Women’s World Title shot.
Solo Sikoa vs. Dolph Ziggler — Tournament First Round
Solo Sikoa (with Talla Tonga) faced returning veteran Dolph Ziggler, revealed as Sikoa’s mystery opponent.
Ziggler pushed the pace early with dropkicks, splashes, and even an STF, but Sikoa powered through. A Zig Zag nearly sealed it, but Solo survived and nailed the Samoan Spike for the win.
Winner: Solo Sikoa
Alexa Bliss Calls Out Charlotte Flair — Chaos Ensues
Alexa Bliss came to the ring to publicly confront Charlotte Flair, accusing her of ignoring messages and abandoning their WarGames team.
As Bliss vented, Asuka, Kairi Sane, Nia Jax, and Lash Legend hit the ring. Trash talk turned into a four-on-one assault — until Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY ran in to help Bliss.
Then Charlotte Flair’s music hit. With a kendo stick in hand, she cleaned house and helped Bliss to her feet. Former rivals shared a hug, while Ripley and SKY stared each other down.
Women’s Intercontinental Championship: Becky Lynch (c) vs. Maxxine Dupri
Maxxine Dupri came in with two previous wins over Becky Lynch — and tonight she made the biggest one count.
Lynch dominated early, smashing Dupri into barricades and unloading strikes. Dupri fired back with suplexes, leg drops, and an Ankle Lock, but Lynch kept escaping.
Just when Lynch looked poised to retain, she tried to expose a turnbuckle — and AJ Lee’s music hit, distracting her. That opening gave Dupri enough room to land a top-rope crossbody and score the shocking pin.
Winner and NEW Women’s Intercontinental Champion: Maxxine Dupri
The Last Time Is Now Tournament: Je’Von Evans vs. GUNTHER
Je’Von Evans went full throttle from the opening bell, trying to outpace the returning GUNTHER. But the former World Heavyweight Champion’s power took over.
After heavy strikes, submissions, and a brutal apron toss, GUNTHER locked in a Sleeper Hold. Evans had no choice but to tap.
Winner: GUNTHER
WarGames Chaos: Cody, Punk, The Usos, Vision, Logan Paul & More Brawl
Paul Heyman introduced the Vision (Drew McIntyre, Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed) and Logan Paul — but they were quickly cut off.
Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Jimmy & Jey Uso stormed the ring and all-out brawling erupted.
Just as Punk was about to land a GTS on Logan Paul…
⚡ BROCK LESNAR returned!
Lesnar suplexed Punk twice and then turned his attention to Cody. Before he could do more damage, the arena erupted again:
🔥 ROMAN REIGNS ARRIVED.
Reigns and Lesnar went face-to-face. Lesnar swung first — Reigns countered with a Superman Punch, sending Lesnar out of the ring.
Security and police flooded the area as Reigns speared Bronson Reed (and several officers) through the barricade. The show ended in total chaos.
