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Final Raw Before WrestleMania: CM Punk, Reigns Clash Again

4/14/2026

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Summary

WrestleMania Showdown

The final Raw before WrestleMania 42 airs tonight in Sacramento to build momentum for WrestleMania on April 19 in Las Vegas.
CM Punk and Roman Reigns will confront each other for the last time ahead of their championship clash.
Seth Rollins will face Gunther.
Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi may clash again during their contract signing.
Liv Morgan's WrestleMania status remains uncertain after an attack by Stephanie Vaquer.

Summary

Valkyria Faces Flair

Lyra Valkyria will face Charlotte Flair on tonight's WrestleMania go-home RAW.
The show airs from Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, CA, at 8 PM ET.
The program promotes three segments, including Roman Reigns reacting to CM Punk and Brock Lesnar.
With WrestleMania 42 approaching, Valkyria vs. Flair aims for a major moment.
Ringside News will provide live coverage, with the show streaming on Netflix.

History

Historical Context

WrestleMania III, held on March 29, 1987, at the Pontiac Silverdome, drew a claimed 93,173 fans, marking a peak in the 1980s wrestling boom. The event featured Hulk Hogan's iconic victory over André the Giant, solidifying the WWF's dominance. Today, WrestleMania 42 continues this legacy, showcasing high-stakes matches that reflect wrestling's cultural significance and commercial success, influencing modern sports entertainment.

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WrestleMania Showdown

The final Raw before WrestleMania 42 airs tonight in Sacramento to build momentum for WrestleMania on April 19 in Las Vegas.
CM Punk and Roman Reigns will confront each other for the last time ahead of their championship clash.
Seth Rollins will face Gunther.
Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi may clash again during their contract signing.
Liv Morgan's WrestleMania status remains uncertain after an attack by Stephanie Vaquer.

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