The first WWE Monday Night RAW of 2026 is already making waves, even before going live. WrestleTix reported that in just seven days and less than 12 hours before the show starts, WWE sold over 2,685 tickets for tonight’s RAW at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. This impressive figure is unusual for a regular episode of RAW rather than a major live event, highlighting strong fan excitement for WWE’s New Year kickoff.
Currently, only 586 tickets remain out of a total capacity of 12,912. WWE has already distributed 12,326 tickets, surpassing the total ticket sales of 11,770 for the entire year of 2026. To put this into perspective, the August 4, 2025, episode at the same venue attracted 11,219 fans, indicating a clear growth in attendance.
Fans will witness high-profile matches, including CM Punk defending the WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Bron Breaker and Becky Lynch challenging Maxine Dupri for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. Other notable bouts include the Kabuki Warriors defending the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship against Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY, and Liv Morgan returning to singles competition against Lyra Valkyrie.
The surge in ticket sales tells a bigger story about WWE’s rising momentum as 2026 begins, particularly in Brooklyn. It’s uncommon for a weekly show to sell over 2,600 tickets in one week, especially right before the event, signaling strong enthusiasm heading into the new year.
WWE RAW lineup for the January 5, 2026 episode:
- WWE World Heavyweight Championship: CM Punk (c) vs. Bron Breaker
- Women’s Intercontinental Championship: Maxine Dupri (c) vs. Becky Lynch
- WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship: Kabuki Warriors (c) vs. Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY
- Liv Morgan vs. Lyra Valkyrie
Ringside News will offer live updates and detailed coverage of tonight’s episode on their WWE Monday Night RAW hub. This show promises to be unforgettable for numerous reasons.
Fan Take: This surge in ticket demand reflects a renewed excitement among WWE fans and hints at a promising start to 2026 for the sport. With top-tier matches and palpable momentum, WWE is poised to captivate audiences and elevate its presence in the wrestling world.
