WWE RAW preview and streaming details 22-Dec-2025: Full match lineup, storyline updates, and how to watch live

December 22, 2025: Grand Rapids, Michigan, Van Andel Arena: WWE Monday Night RAW (Taped Holiday-week edition). As one of the final RAWs of the year, the show also helps WWE build towards Royal Rumble 2026.

While championship alliances, faction rivalries, and surprise appearances have all helped shape the red brand in recent weeks, this episode is meant to serve as the bridge between premium live events in late 2022 and the turn of the new year.While taped earlier because of WWE's tour schedule, RAW will still broadcast in its standard Monday night timeslot, and there are plenty of storyline developments expected to take place.

Fans can expect a well-balanced card, the freshest of top stars, and established rivalries that have a permanent wave of momentum through January.

Rhea Ripley, Asuka, and Bayley featured in a strong in-ring lineup

One of the highlight matches for the December 22 show is a big-time singles battle between two top women in WWE, Rhea Ripley vs. Asuka, which we could see having an impact on title and tag team angles moving forward. This is a match set to headline with Ripley continuing to cement herself as a top star on RAW, and Asuka's experience and unpredictability put her up against anyone.

Also on the card, Bayley vs. Roxanne Perez, which is a great chance for Bayley to get her groove back and an even better way to test Perez against true top of the main roster competition. It will also feature Je’Von Evans vs. Rayo Americano, also part of WWE's pushing newer talent, along with the stars they already have.It is expected that the headline match will be a tag team contest with World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk and Rey Mysterio facing off against The Vision's Austin Theory and Bronson Reed.

This match-up keeps Punk's unease with new generations of talent going while further establishing Theory's place as a major player on RAW.

Becky Lynch returns as faction tensions rise on RAW

There is expected to be a heavy emphasis on storyline progression throughout the night. Close out the night with a segment that sees Becky Lynch return and confront a feud to add even more depth to the 2026 women's division. At the same time, the smoldering friction in Judgment Day and The Vision remains high, as both backstage promos and in-ring interactions are laying the seeds for future conflicts.

Another angle to keep an eye on in WWE, of course, is whether or not the company is subtly switching allegiances and power players as Paul Heyman becomes involved with Austin Theory. The rise of Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed also means shakeups to the faction scene on RAW.

How to watch WWE RAW live on December 22, 2025

WWE RAW airs live on Monday night via Netflix, continuing the platform’s role as RAW’s global streaming home. Broadcast times vary by region, with international viewers able to watch live or on demand depending on local availability.The final WWE RAW 2025 must end with a bang as compelling matches, returning superstars, and the progression of storylines will bring this year to a finish and lay the groundwork for the road to Royal Rumble.Also Read: Are Cooper DeJean and Nikki Bella dating? WWE RAW, NFL training camp, and the Philadelphia Eagles locker