WWE Raw Results: CM Punk’s Day Of Reckoning Set for January & Bron Breakker’s Big Bark
If you tuned into Monday Night Raw expecting just another post-PLE cooldown, well, joke’s on you. We’re fresh off Survivor Series, and the fallout in Glendale, Arizona, was hotter than a sidewalk in July. We’ve got title implications, a tourney final set in stone, and enough beef to stock a steakhouse. Let’s break down the night where Bron Breakker decided he’s tired of waiting, and The Ring General reminded everyone why his chops should be registered weapons.
Breakker vs. Punk: The Date is Set
Let’s cut to the chase: Bron Breakker isn’t here to make friends, he’s here to break… well, everything. After pinning the World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk at WarGames (with a little help from a masked mystery man, but who’s counting?), Breakker and his advocate Paul Heyman marched into Raw like they owned the joint.
Heyman, ever the modest humble-bragger, announced that the powers that be have set the date. January 5, 2026—the first Raw of the year—will feature Punk vs. Breakker for the big gold belt. Breakker then grabbed the mic and roasted Punk, calling him a “soft-ass” veteran clinging to glory days. He promised to ruin Punk’s life the way Punk tried to ruin his neck. It was fiery, it was intense, and it set the stage for a massive showdown to kick off the new year.
The Ring General Advances
In “The Last Time is Now” tournament, Gunther faced off against Solo Sikoa in a match that was essentially two semi-trucks colliding for fifteen minutes. Sikoa brought the fight, even hitting a Samoan Drop that had me convinced the ring might collapse. But you come at the King, you best not miss.
Gunther survived the onslaught, some interference from Talla Tonga (seriously, can the Bloodline ever fight fair?), and a near-Samoan Spike experience. In the end, the Ring General did what he does best: he adapted. A low blow while the ref was distracted—classic villainy, love to see it—followed by a powerbomb sealed the deal. Gunther moves on, and frankly, I pity whoever is next.
LA Knight Punches His Ticket
On the other side of the bracket, we had “Main Event” Jey Uso squaring off with LA Knight. This was a high-energy bout that saw Uso looking for that elusive singles glory. But the Megastar had other plans. After a flurry of near-falls and enough superkicks to make Shawn Michaels blush, Knight caught Uso in a crucifix pin out of nowhere.
Knight advances to the finals, leaving Jey Uso to have a full-blown meltdown at ringside. The man destroyed the hydration station and the steel steps. It’s tough watching Uso struggle with his demons, but hey, that’s showbiz.
Judgment Day’s Family Reunion
Dominik Mysterio, fresh off beating John Cena (yes, you read that right), was taking a victory lap so long he probably hit a new zip code. He claimed to be the greatest Mysterio of all time—a bold claim for a guy with a mullet in 2025. But the real headline? Liv Morgan is back.
She interrupted Dom’s self-congratulatory speech to reunite with the crew, slapping Dom in the face before jumping into his arms. It’s dysfunctional, it’s messy, and it’s exactly what Judgment Day needs to get its edge back.
Tag Team Turmoil
In the tag division, AJ Styles and Dragon Lee defended their straps against The New Day. This match was a highlight reel of athleticism. Dragon Lee is defying gravity out there, folks. Despite a valiant effort from Kofi and Woods, Styles hit the Styles Clash to retain the gold.
Later, things got chaotic in the women’s division. A match between Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair vs. Iyo Sky & Rhea Ripley ended in a no-contest because, apparently, we can’t have nice things. The Kabuki Warriors interfered, sparking a massive brawl that saw half the women’s locker room clearing house.
The Bottom Line
Raw delivered a solid B-grade show. It wasn’t an all-timer, but it did exactly what it needed to do: build the road to January 5. We’ve got a blockbuster title match, tournament finals looming, and enough personal grudges to fuel storylines for months. If you’re not watching, you’re missing out on the chaos.
