Major Surprises Expected on WWE Monday Night RAW: Big E’s Announcement, Dominik Mysterio’s Turn, and More

The Judgment Day (Image via Getty)

The highly anticipated episode of WWE Monday Night RAW is just around the corner, and fans are in for a treat as they tune in to see what surprises await them. Having just concluded Survivor Series: WarGames, the current storylines are bound to see some new twists and turns. WWE RAW General Manager Adam Pearce has asked fans to get ready for what’s in store, featuring CM Punk kicking off the broadcast, the first round of the Women’s Intercontinental Championship tournament, and an enormous celebration of The New Day’s 10th anniversary. But that’s not all – there’s also a possibility of a WWE Superstar return and a major development within the Judgment Day faction.

First off, there’s the chance that Big E, the former WWE Champion, might announce his retirement on the 10th anniversary of The New Day on RAW. Having been out of in-ring action for over two and a half years now, there’s been no update on his recovery from the neck injury he sustained in March 2022. This would be a big moment for both Big E and The New Day, as he would finally get to put an end to his wrestling career and potentially bring an end to the feuding between his New Day mates, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods.

One can imagine Big E making the announcement with great emotion, as he reflects on his incredible journey as a WWE Superstar. He might also appeal to his fellow New Day members to put aside their differences and work together to preserve the legacy of the group. This could even lead to a reunion of sorts, as the three friends come together to celebrate their decade-long history in the WWE.

The Judgment Day’s Finn Balor (Image via Getty)

Next up, there’s the possibility of Dominik Mysterio leaving the Judgment Day and turning babyface. For quite some time now, he’s been at odds with Finn Balor, with the two having heated exchanges backstage on RAW and at Survivor Series. Dom’s coldness towards Balor was evident at the recent pay-per-view event, as he didn’t accompany Balor, Carlito, and JD McDonagh in their attack on Damian Priest. It’s only natural that he would want to break free from the constraints of the faction and forge his own path in the WWE.

By walking out of the Judgment Day, Dominik would not only signal a significant shift in his character but also give fans a new perspective on his character. His recent exchanges with Balor have shown that he’s not afraid to speak his mind, and turning babyface would allow him to channel that fiery personality in a positive way.

In other news, Drew McIntyre – the Scottish Warrior – could return to WWE on the December 2 edition of RAW and challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. McIntyre has been away from the WWE since Bad Blood PLE, where he faced CM Punk in a Hell in a Cell match. It’s long been rumored that he might return at Survivor Series, but that didn’t come to pass. Now, there’s a good chance that McIntyre will return and feud with Gunther, who’s currently done with Damian Priest.

McIntyre’s return would shake up the top tier of the WWE, as he brings a wealth of experience and skill to the ring. His feud with Gunther would be an intriguing one, as both men have proven themselves to be exceptional competitors. McIntyre might even be looking to reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship, which he previously held.

Lastly, Rhea Ripley could ally with IYO SKY for a special tag team match against Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez at the Saturday Night Main Event. While IYO SKY won the No.1 Contenders Tournament to challenge Morgan for the Women’s World Championship, she might first take on the duo of Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez with some help from Ripley. This would be an exciting development, as both Ripley and IYO SKY have the potential to make a big impact in the women’s division.

This article has detailed four potential surprises that might go down on the upcoming episode of RAW. With the possibility of Big E announcing his retirement, Dominik Mysterio walking out of the Judgment Day, Drew McIntyre returning to challenge Gunther, and Rhea Ripley teaming up with IYO SKY, it’s clear that the WWE has a lot in store for its fans.

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By Sam Palmer

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