The debut episode of WWE Raw in 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark event for the wrestling promotion. Scheduled for January 5th at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, the show will feature two major championship matches already confirmed. To mark both the first anniversary of WWE’s transition to Netflix and to highlight rising talent, WWE is likely to introduce several new wrestlers. Among those expected to make their debut on this episode is Joe Hendry, who made a significant impact in 2025 by entering WWE as the TNA World Champion during the Men’s Royal Rumble and WrestleMania 41, and appearing in a main event against John Cena on WWE Saturday Night. Hendry officially signed with WWE by the end of 2025 and joined the NXT roster. There had been early speculation about Hendry debuting on Monday Night Raw in Scotland, but fans will finally see him appear on WWE Raw live from Brooklyn on January 5, 2026.
Fan Take: This is an exciting moment for WWE followers as it promises fresh talent and big surprises, breathing new life into the Raw brand. Joe Hendry’s debut is particularly thrilling, signaling WWE’s commitment to integrating proven stars who can compete at a high level and captivate audiences.
