December 30 marked the end of an era for WWE Raw as the final show aired on the USA Network, signaling a shift to Netflix. The episode was dedicated to hyping up the transition, particularly the highly anticipated matches for the January 6 premiere, with the main event featuring CM Punk versus Seth Rollins. The two stars exchanged heated words in what promises to be a thrilling confrontation next week.
Drew McIntyre also made a bold statement by taking out Jey Uso at the start of the show, establishing his dominance once again. Meanwhile, in the Women’s Intercontinental Championship Tournament, Lyra Valkyria and Dakota Kai secured their spots in the final, both eager to make history in the upcoming match.
The episode also revealed the man behind the mysterious vignettes that have been teasing a major debut. The reveal featured a mask reminiscent of former AEW champion Penta El Zero M, sparking speculation about who the new character might be.
As WWE Raw prepares to transition to Netflix next week, the December 30 episode was a pivotal night for the brand’s future. CM Punk, known for his incredible promo skills, delivered one of his best performances in 2024, calling out Seth Rollins for being inauthentic in his hatred toward him. Punk questioned whether Rollins’ anger stemmed from an internal struggle, making his promo even more impactful.
Punk then explained in-depth why he left WWE and what ultimately brought him back. While allowing Rollins his moment to speak, Punk’s promo stood out as one of his strongest in recent memory. This exchange between the two stars promises to be a highlight of WWE Raw in 2025, as their rivalry continues to intensify.
