Penta Opens the Show and Calls Out Roman Reigns
Penta kicked off WWE Raw just one week after his incredible main event match with Roman Reigns in Mexico City. He called that night the biggest of his life. He said he competed against Reigns in front of his family, friends, and country. But he made it clear that things are not over between them.
Penta told Reigns he wants another shot at the championship as soon as possible. Dominik Mysterio then came out to confront Penta. He told him that nobody cares about his hopes and dreams. JD McDonagh added that Penta already had his chance and lost and that he does not get to skip the line in front of Dominik. Mysterio told Penta that he is the King of the Luchadores. The two attacked Penta, but he fought them off and cleared the ring.
Backstage Segment with Jacob Fatu, The Usos, and Solo Sikoa
Backstage, Jacob Fatu was with The Usos talking about their problems with Royce Keys and his group, 946. Jacob told them they need to stay consistent. While they were talking, Solo Sikoa appeared. He told the trio that 946 will not stop until they destroy them all. Sikoa said they need to stick together as a team.
Jey asked Sikoa if he was going to join the Bloodline. He said that if Sikoa wanted to join, he would need to do two things first. He would need to acknowledge them as Captains and acknowledge Roman Reigns as his Tribal Chief. Sikoa declined and said he needed to go back to the drawing board. Before The Usos could continue, Jacob told them they made a huge mistake by not taking Sikoa up on his offer.
LA Knight Addresses Roman Reigns
LA Knight came to the ring to speak about Roman Reigns. He said it has been three years of clawing, climbing, and getting back up. He said everyone has kept him out of the conversation. Knight said Reigns always wants to be acknowledged. He then acknowledged that Reigns beat Penta alone last week. He acknowledged Reigns’ greatness.
Knight said Reigns might be the greatest champion of this generation and one of the best ever. He said he hears the fans telling him they want him as champion. But he knows they are doubting whether he can win. He admitted he has come up short so many times that he is not even sure he can beat Reigns.
Knight said he has noticed that Reigns has beaten everyone without the Bloodline. He said Reigns has never been man enough to beat him one on one. Knight finished by saying that Reigns is right that he is the champion that matters and that he has never needed anyone to beat anyone.
Roxanne Perez Qualifies for Women’s Money in the Bank
Roxanne Perez defeated IYO SKY and La Catalina in a triple threat match. She won by pinfall to earn a spot in the Women’s Money in the Bank match. It was a competitive match with all three women getting chances to shine. In the end, Perez picked up the win and secured her place in the ladder match.
Je’Von Evans Defeats Bron Breakker by Disqualification
Je’Von Evans faced Bron Breakker in singles action. Evans won the match by disqualification after interference from The Vision. The Vision’s involvement cost Breakker the match, but it also sent a message to Evans and anyone else who stands in their way. The rivalry between Evans and The Vision continues to grow.
Lyra Valkyria Defeats Bayley
Lyra Valkyria defeated Bayley by pinfall. Bayley was returning to WWE Raw after a few weeks away. She came into the match looking to make a statement. But Valkyria was ready for her and picked up the win. This was an important victory for Valkyria as she continues to build momentum on the red brand.
Penta Qualifies for Men’s Money in the Bank
Penta defeated Dominik Mysterio and Dragon Lee in a triple threat match. He won by pinfall to earn a spot in the Men’s Money in the Bank match. This was a huge opportunity for Penta, who was added to the match earlier in the night. He made the most of it and secured his place in the ladder match. Penta continues to be one of the most exciting performers on WWE Raw.
What This Means for Money in the Bank
With these qualifying matches, the field for Money in the Bank is starting to take shape. Roxanne Perez and Penta have both earned their spots. More qualifying matches are expected in the coming weeks. The Money in the Bank ladder matches are always unpredictable and full of high-risk moments. Fans will be eager to see who else qualifies and who eventually climbs the ladder to grab the briefcase.
Looking Ahead to LA Knight vs Roman Reigns
The biggest story coming out of WWE Raw is the showdown between LA Knight and Roman Reigns. Knight gave a passionate speech about his journey and his desire to finally win the big one. He acknowledged Reigns’ greatness but also made it clear that he believes he can beat him. The question now is whether WWE will finally give LA Knight the championship. Fans have been waiting for this moment for a long time. The match at Money in the Bank will be one to watch.