Full WWE RAW highlights – March 17, 2025

WWE Raw, broadcast live from Brussels, Belgium on March 17th, 2025, via Netflix, delivered a night of compelling narratives and impactful in-ring action, meticulously crafting the road to WrestleMania 41. The show's focal point was undoubtedly John Cena's calculated heel turn, a seismic shift that reverberated throughout the arena and the WWE Universe.

Cena's opening segment, met with a torrent of boos, saw him articulate a scathing critique of the fans, accusing them of exploiting and devaluing his storied 25-year career. This diatribe precipitated a charged confrontation with Cody Rhodes, who, with unwavering conviction, challenged Cena's newfound persona and implored him to rediscover the integrity that defined his legacy. Rhodes' impassioned plea set the stage for a WrestleMania 41 showdown, a clash steeped in personal animosity and professional pride.

Summary:

• John Cena's Heel Turn: Cena critiques fans, Rhodes challenges him.

• Matches:

  • Penta El Zero Miedo vs. Ludwig Kaiser: Winner: Penta El Zero Miedo

  • Dakota Kai vs. Ivy Nile: Winner: Dakota Kai

  • Jey Uso vs. Austin Theory: Winner: Jey Uso

  • LWO (Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee) vs. American Made (The Creed Brothers): Winner: LWO

  • Bron Breakker vs. Finn Balor: Winner: Bron Breakker

The evening's in-ring action was equally riveting. Penta El Zero Miedo and Ludwig Kaiser engaged in a brutal No Holds Barred Match, a visceral display of athleticism and resilience. Dakota Kai and Ivy Nile showcased their technical prowess in a hard-fought singles contest. Jey Uso's victory over Austin Theory further cemented his position as a formidable competitor. The LWO (Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee) triumphed over American Made (The Creed Brothers), only to be ambushed by the enigmatic masked assailant, whose recurring appearances have become a source of mounting intrigue.

Beyond the matches, several pivotal segments advanced key storylines. Rhea Ripley's audacious intervention in the WrestleMania contract signing between IYO SKY and Bianca Belair escalated the Women's World Championship match into a high-stakes triple threat. Seth Rollins' announcement of his SmackDown appearance ignited speculation and anticipation. A backstage confrontation between Finn Balor and Dominik Mysterio regarding Penta El Zero Miedo's potential alignment with The Judgment Day added another layer of complexity to the group's dynamics.

The show culminated in a dramatic main event, where Bron Breakker successfully defended his Intercontinental Championship against Finn Balor, albeit with the aid of The Judgment Day's interference. Penta El Zero Miedo's subsequent intervention, restoring the championship to Breakker, underscored the volatile alliances and shifting power dynamics that define WWE.