WWE Raw Sets Stage for Night of Champions

WWE Raw on June 9, 2025, set the stage for the upcoming Night of Champions event in Saudi Arabia, featuring major title matches and the start of the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments. John Cena, on his farewell tour, was challenged by CM Punk for the Undisputed WWE Championship, though the feud has faced criticism for its rushed buildup. Gunther won the World Heavyweight Championship from Jey Uso in the main event, while Roxanne Perez and Sami Zayn advanced in tournament brackets. Asuka's return was inadvertently spoiled by a promotional video, and Charlotte Flair was seen training with injured Kiana James, hinting at her eventual return. Nikki Bella made her return to Raw, and Liv Morgan with Dominik Mysterio appeared at Worlds Collide, adding intrigue to ongoing storylines. These developments come amid criticism of WWE's booking decisions and storytelling pace ahead of the premium live event.