The WWE Raw Live Ad-Free episode on May 26, 2025, broadcast from the Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida, delivered a night of high-stakes action, significant returns, and pivotal developments leading up to the upcoming Money in the Bank event.
🏆 Money in the Bank Qualifiers.
- Penta secured his spot in the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match by defeating Chad Gable and Dragon Lee in a thrilling triple threat match. The bout saw interference from AAA star El Hijo del Vikingo, who played a role in Penta’s victory.
- Seth “Freakin” Rollins triumphed over Sami Zayn and Finn Bálor in another triple threat qualifier. The match was marred by outside interference, including Dominik Mysterio providing a steel chair to Bálor. Rollins capitalized on the chaos, delivering a stomp to Bálor onto the chair for the win. Post-match, CM Punk made a surprise return, attacking Rollins with a Go to Sleep, adding fuel to their ongoing rivalry.
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🏆 Championship Matches.
- World Tag Team Championship: The New Day (Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods) successfully defended their titles against The War Raiders and The Creed Brothers in a high-octane triple threat match. The champions showcased their resilience and teamwork to retain the gold.
🔥 Notable Matches and Segments.
- Rusev defeated Akira Tozawa via submission, asserting his dominance in the singles division.
- Liv Morgan made her highly anticipated return to the ring, facing Kairi Sane. Despite a valiant effort, Morgan fell short, with Sane securing the victory.
- Becky Lynch and Lyra Valkyria engaged in a heated in-ring segment, setting the stage for a rematch for the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship at Money in the Bank. The match will carry a “Last Chance” stipulation, adding further intrigue to their rivalry.
