Warning: This article includes spoilers and a recap of WWE Monday Night Raw from February 2, 2026.
This was my debut experience watching WWE’s Monday Night Raw post-Royal Rumble and the first major show leading up to WrestleMania. I witnessed the pivotal moment at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia as Roman Reigns prepared to make a critical decision about his upcoming championship opponent at WrestleMania 42.
In one of the night’s highlights, Women’s World Champion Stefanie Vaquel brought intense action back to Philadelphia with a brutal street fight against Raquel Rodriguez. Additionally, Oba Femi made his Raw debut, while El Grande Americano squared off against Jevon Evans, and Penta battled Bronson Reed.
Here are the key results from WWE Monday Night Raw on February 2, 2026:
– Jevon Evans defeated The Great American by pinfall.
– Penta beat Bronson Reed via countout.
– Oba Femi shocked fans by eliminating both members of the War Raiders before the match even started.
– Stefanie Vaquel successfully defended her Women’s World Title against Raquel Rodriguez.
One of the biggest announcements came when Roman Reigns chose CM Punk as his opponent for WrestleMania 42, igniting excitement and some controversy among fans. The match featured a heated exchange filled with sharp promos, and the Philadelphia crowd was electrified by the intense rivalry that has been building over the last two months. This decision solidifies the blockbuster main event many have been anticipating.
L.A. Knight made a spectacular return to a hero’s welcome in Philadelphia, proving his popularity is as strong as ever. After being sidelined for two months due to an attack from Bronson Reed, Knight wasted no time attacking The Vision, who has been blocking his path to the World Heavyweight Championship. His comeback signals that he could soon be a serious contender for the top prize if given the opportunity.
In a special moment, the Bella Twins reunited in a WWE ring for the first time in seven years, publicly confirming Nikki Bella’s relationship with Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean. They declared their intention to compete for the Women’s Tag Team Championship—a title that was not around when they last appeared. Their return could shake up the tag team division, potentially setting up a high-profile showdown with champions Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY on the road to WWE’s big Sin City event in April.
Fan Take:
This episode of Raw matters greatly because it sets the stage for what promises to be one of the most unforgettable WrestleMania main events in recent memory with Reigns vs. Punk. Additionally, the return of fan favorites like L.A. Knight and the Bella Twins injects fresh energy into the roster, breathing new life into WWE’s storytelling and the women’s tag division, signaling exciting times ahead for the sport.
