The April 7th edition of Monday Night RAW, entertained the audience at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as more matches were set for WrestleMania 41, alongside some unforgettable matches and moments.
The road to WrestleMania 41 is heating up with top-tier action and drama unfolding as Seth Rollins returned to the show, which also witnessed a contract signing for a WrestleMania title match, a title defence and another title match end in DQ.

Meanwhile a few rivalries continued with hype to the Showcase of Immortals which is set to take place in under two weeks' time at the Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada on April 19 and 20. Here is a look at the final results and recap from April 7th Raw:
In the opening segment, there was a significant announcement as RAW General Manager Adam Pearce addressed the ongoing tensions among Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, and IYO Sky.
Put some RESPECT on IYO SKY's name! 👊#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/j7OEIZsT3o
— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2025
The Raw GM declared that the trio would face each other in a triple threat match for the WWE Women's World Championship at WrestleMania 41. The athletes agreed to the match, signing the contract on the spot before the title holder IYO Sky made her intentions clear by taking down both of her opponents with a springboard missile dropkick.
The episode also featured a title match where Lyra Valkyria defended her WWE Intercontinental Championship against Bayley. The match was a testament to their abilities, earning a 'This is Awesome' chant from the audience. In a thrilling conclusion, Lyra Valkyria managed to escape Bayley's Boston Crab and secured her title with a roll-up.
almost had us there... 😅#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/uQWkOprCrc
— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2025
In tag team action, the LWO faced off against the Creed Brothers and their surprise partner, El Grande Americano, in a six-man tag team contest. The bout showcased the strength and agility of all competitors, with El Grande Americano delivering the decisive low and diving headbutts to earn the victory for his team.
EL GRANDE AMERICANO picks up the win for his team!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/KL2SqBnua8
— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2025
Another highlight of the night was the confrontation between Jey Uso and Gunther. The tension was palpable as they exchanged verbal jabs, referencing their families and past encounters. Despite acknowledging his fear of Gunther, Jey Uso expressed his determination to win the World title for himself, his brother Jimmy, and their family.
The show also saw The New Day clashing with The War Raiders for the WWE World Tag Team Championships. The match ended in disqualification when New Day resorted to using a chair, leaving the War Raiders battered but still holding the titles.
Minnesota just witnessed these VIKINGS get destroyed on #WWERaw! pic.twitter.com/f5fKMgcUHx
— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2025
Later, Dominik Mysterio went head-to-head with Penta in a match that displayed a mix of styles and high-flying maneuvers. Despite Mysterio's efforts, Penta emerged victorious after executing a combination of his signature moves.
DOMINIK DESTROYER!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/y3czFNaik5
— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2025
The aftermath saw Carlito attempt an attack on Penta, only for Bron Breakker to intervene with a series of spears. However, Finn Balor made a statement by leaving Breakker down and showcasing the IC title.
The evening also featured a heated segment with CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Paul Heyman. Heyman insisted on his loyalty to Roman Reigns and friendship with CM Punk. However, Rollins accused both Punk and Reigns of using Heyman for their benefit.
ANOTHER FAVOR?!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/qrrl55QahC
— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2025
After a slap from Rollins and a subsequent brawl, Rollins took down Punk with a Stomp. Though it seemed Heyman was next, Rollins refrained, claiming Heyman now owed him a favor, adding another layer of intrigue to their relationship.