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WWE Monday Night Raw returned on November 9, 2026, with plenty of unfinished business following Crown Jewel. The Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina, hosted another important night for WWE. Meanwhile, the road toward Survivor Series: WarGames continued to take shape. Several championship changes at Crown Jewel created new questions across both divisions. Cody Rhodes arrived following his brutal victory over Randy Orton. Additionally, Ethan Page entered the evening as the new Intercontinental Champion. The women’s division also faced major changes following Tiffany Stratton’s shocking betrayal of Chelsea Green. With Survivor Series approaching, WWE needed to establish its next major storylines. Monday’s show offered opportunities for several superstars to settle scores and establish new rivalries.
Oba Femi and Bron Breakker Set the Tone
The evening began with new World Tag Team Champions Penta and Je’Von Evans celebrating their Crown Jewel victory. Evans celebrated his first WWE championship, while Penta embraced his partner inside the ring. However, Bron Breakker interrupted their celebration with a vicious attack. Breakker speared Penta before delivering a Gorilla Press to Evans. He then challenged Oba Femi, who quickly answered the call. Femi and Breakker delivered a physical contest featuring several powerful exchanges. Breakker connected with a spear, but Femi refused to surrender. Logan Paul eventually distracted the referee, allowing Breakker to use brass knuckles. Despite the interference, Femi delivered his Fall from Grace maneuver. Austin Theory and Paul then attacked Femi, causing a disqualification. Penta and Evans rushed into the ring afterward to help their Crown Jewel ally. The confrontation continued the growing rivalry between Femi and The Vision.
Rey Fenix Earns an Intercontinental Championship Opportunity
New Intercontinental Champion Ethan Page entered Raw ready to celebrate his victory over Chad Gable. However, his celebration quickly attracted several challengers. Gable interrupted Page before Big Cass demanded a championship opportunity. Rey Fenix also entered the discussion, reminding Page about their previous encounters. Raw General Manager Adam Pearce settled the argument by announcing a Triple Threat Match. Gable, Cass, and Fenix competed for the next opportunity against Page. The match featured several impressive exchanges and near falls.
Gable applied his Ankle Lock, while Cass relied on his size and strength. Meanwhile, Fenix used his aerial offense to keep both opponents guessing. Late in the contest, Cass delivered a chokeslam to Gable. However, Fenix flew from the top rope and landed a splash on Cass. He then pinned Gable to secure the victory. Fenix now stands as the next challenger for Page’s Intercontinental Championship. Additionally, the 946 attacked all three competitors after the match, adding another chaotic development.
Cody Rhodes and CM Punk Join Forces for Survivor Series
Cody Rhodes returned to Raw following his Last Man Standing victory over Randy Orton at Crown Jewel. Rhodes discussed the punishment he delivered to his former mentor, including the devastating Punt. However, Rhodes quickly shifted his attention toward Survivor Series. He announced his role as Team USA captain for the traditional five-on-five elimination match against Team Mexico. Rey Mysterio entered as Team Mexico’s captain, creating an interesting confrontation between two respected WWE veterans.
Dominik Mysterio interrupted alongside JD McDonagh and attempted to join his father’s team. Rey rejected the proposal, prompting Dominik to approach Rhodes about joining Team USA. Rhodes also rejected Dominik before CM Punk made a surprise appearance. Punk expressed his interest in competing, and Rhodes welcomed him onto Team USA. The confrontation eventually turned physical, with Rhodes, Punk, and Rey standing together against Dominik and McDonagh. Later, Rey recruited Penta for Team Mexico. Cody also approached Je’Von Evans about joining Team USA, adding another intriguing possibility.
Bayley Defeats Michin as the Women’s Division Explodes
Bayley continued her rivalry with Michin in another competitive singles contest. Both competitors entered with considerable tension following their recent confrontations. Michin controlled several stretches with aggressive offense, including a sit-out powerbomb. However, Bayley responded with submissions and strikes before gaining momentum. Eventually, Bayley connected with an elbow drop from the top rope to secure the victory. Unfortunately, the confrontation continued after the bell. Jade Cargill and B-Fab attacked Bayley, bringing Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, and Tatum Paxley into the situation. Fatal Influence also joined the chaos, attacking the wrestlers attempting to help Bayley. Jacy Jayne eventually shook hands with Cargill, signaling another dangerous alliance within the women’s division. The growing conflict could become one of WWE’s biggest women’s storylines heading toward Survivor Series.
Becky Lynch Returns to Challenge Liv Morgan
IYO SKY entered the evening needing a partner against Judgment Day members Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez. Becky Lynch answered the call, giving SKY an experienced teammate against two dangerous opponents. The match featured aggressive exchanges and impressive athleticism. Lynch attacked Perez early, while Rodriguez used her power to slow the opposition. SKY contributed her high-flying offense, including a spectacular moonsault outside the ring. Ultimately, Lynch and SKY defeated Perez and Rodriguez, giving their partnership an important victory. However, Lynch had bigger plans following the match. She challenged Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan, immediately creating another championship rivalry. Adam Pearce later confirmed their Women’s World Championship match for Survivor Series. Additionally, Pearce announced that SKY would challenge Rodriguez for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship on next week’s Raw. These developments give the women’s division two significant championship matches to anticipate.
Roman Reigns Makes WarGames Official
Roman Reigns entered Raw following his victory over Sami Zayn at Crown Jewel. That victory earned Reigns the Men’s Crown Jewel Championship and strengthened his position atop WWE. However, Royce Keys and the 946 continued threatening Reigns and The Bloodline. Earlier, the 946 attacked Rey Fenix, Big Cass, and Chad Gable following their Triple Threat Match. Keys then demanded that Reigns acknowledge him before the evening ended. His challenge established the foundation for Raw’s closing confrontation. Reigns and Keys eventually met inside the ring, bringing their escalating rivalry into focus. Their confrontation made WarGames official for Survivor Series on November 28. The announcement represents a major development for the ongoing conflict between The Bloodline and the 946. With WarGames approaching, both factions now face an opportunity to settle their differences inside WWE’s unforgiving double-ring structure.
Final Thoughts: WWE Builds Momentum Toward Survivor Series
Monday Night Raw successfully moved several major storylines forward following Crown Jewel. Oba Femi and Bron Breakker delivered a physical confrontation, although interference prevented a decisive finish. Meanwhile, Rey Fenix earned a championship opportunity against Ethan Page. Cody Rhodes and CM Punk created an exciting partnership for the traditional Survivor Series elimination match. Additionally, Rey Mysterio strengthened Team Mexico by recruiting Penta. The women’s division also gained momentum through Bayley’s victory and Becky Lynch’s return. Lynch’s championship challenge against Liv Morgan adds another important attraction to Survivor Series.
However, the biggest development involved Roman Reigns and Royce Keys making WarGames official. WWE now has several compelling rivalries heading into its November 28 premium live event. The company must continue developing those stories while maintaining momentum from Crown Jewel. Ultimately, the November 9 edition of Raw accomplished its biggest objective. It shifted attention toward Survivor Series while giving fans several reasons to watch next week’s show.
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Bradley Walker (VP) and Head of our Florida operations for NGSC Sports, bringing extensive experience across collegiate, professional, and amateur athletics. His coverage spans USF Athletics, including football, baseball, lacrosse, and softball, as well as University of Tampa baseball.
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