Welcome to The Times of India WWE RAW News Roundup. The go-home episode of Monday Night RAW for WrestleMania 42 took place at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. The show was a sight of heated tensions, a popular interviewer caught in the crosshairs of a rivalry, Gunther and Seth Rollins brawling, and other interesting highlights that set the tone for The Show of Shows this weekend in Las Vegas.
Which popular interviewer took a nasty bump on WWE RAW?
Popular backstage interviewer Cathy Kelly came out to the ring to conduct an interview with WWE Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer ahead of her title match with Liv Morgan at WrestleMania 42. As Vaquer was talking, Morgan pushed her from behind, and she hit Kelly, who fell straight on the mat as the two Mania opponents continued to brawl. Later on, the WWE medical team and officials were seen helping Cathy to the back, and Michael Cole later announced that she would be okay.
Seth Rollins and Gunther brawl before WrestleMania 42
Gunther came down to the ring, but Seth Rollins attacked him and got back at him for jumping on him for the last two weeks on RAW. As The Ring General was walking away, Rollins called him back and asked him the reason for being Paul Heyman’s ally. Gunther said he wanted the best competition, which is why he targeted The Visionary. The duo again exchanged blows and moves to end the segment.
What were the other major highlights of WWE RAW (April 13)?
Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi were summoned separately by Triple H and Adam Pearce to sign their WrestleMania 42 contract. Another major segment saw Roman Reigns and CM Punk exchange their final thoughts before they headline Night 2 of WrestleMania for the World Heavyweight Championship. In terms of in-ring action, Lyra Valkyria defeated Charlotte Flair, while Kairi Sane picked up the win over IYO Sky in singles matches. Je’Von Evans and Dragon Lee picked up a tag team win over Rusev & JD McDonagh. Lastly, The Usos and LA Knight defeated MFT’s Solo Sikoa, Tonga Loa, and JC Matteo following a distraction caused by Tama Tonga’s appearance.Also read: WrestleMania 42 Predictions: Can John Cena confront a former WWE World champion at the event?