Raw 8/18 Preview
Raw returns to Philadelphia on Monday, August 18th. Broadcasting live from the brand-newly named Xfinity Mobile Arena, formerly known as the Wells Fargo Center. The energy is already expected to be electric. As Philly has always been one of WWE’s loudest and most passionate cities. Fans can catch every second of the action live on Netflix starting at 8 PM ET. Continuing the groundbreaking partnership that has brought Raw to a global audience in an entirely new way.
Since its debut on Netflix, every episode of Raw has carried an extra level of excitement, and this upcoming edition promises to be no different. The atmosphere of a historic arena with a fresh identity, combined with the unpredictable nature of Monday Night Raw, makes this a night wrestling fans won’t want to miss.
Let’s take a closer look at the card that has been announced so far—because if history has taught us anything, there’s no such thing as an “ordinary” Raw.
Raw Card
- Penta vs. Xavier Woods
- Bron Breakker vs. Jey Uso
- IYO SKY vs. Raquel Rodriguez
- Becky Lynch vs. Natalya for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship
In addition to the matches already confirmed, one of the biggest talking points heading into this Monday’s Raw is the announcement that Naomi will be taking the microphone live in Philadelphia. After her unexpected absence from last week’s show, speculation has been running wild among fans and analysts alike. Many have been questioning what exactly kept her out of action, and what it could mean for the future of the Women’s Championship picture on Raw.
Naomi’s return to the spotlight promises answers, but it may also raise even more questions. Is she dealing with an injury? Was there conflict behind the scenes? Or could this be part of a larger plan to shake up the women’s division heading into the fall? Whatever the case, the fact that Naomi herself has chosen to step forward and address the WWE Universe directly means that something significant is on the horizon.
