WWE Raw After Money in the Bank 2025: CM Punk Challenges Cena, Gunther Wins Big, Nikki Bella Returns
The fallout episode of WWE Monday Night Raw following Money in the Bank 2025 delivered explosive action, dramatic twists, and emotional storytelling that rocked the WWE Universe. From Gunther’s shocking title win to CM Punk confronting John Cena, the episode laid major groundwork for the upcoming Night of Champions and Evolution premium events.
Here’s a complete breakdown of the night’s top moments:
John Cena Blasts R-Truth, Demands “Real Fighter”
WWE legend John Cena opened the show reflecting on his experience at Money in the Bank. He didn’t mince words when addressing R-Truth, mocking him as a “sideshow comedian” and belittling his recent performances.
“I wasted my breath trying to save R-Truth. He’s not a threat—he’s an act. His greatest achievement is pretending to be me.” — John Cena
Despite fans chanting “Truth,” Cena stayed focused, asserting he didn’t have time to entertain distractions, especially with his retirement tour looming. He then challenged any “real fighter” to step up.
CM Punk Answers the Call, Cena vs. Punk Set for Night of Champions
CM Punk cut off Cena’s rant, accusing him of cheating to defeat Cody Rhodes at Money in the Bank and declaring himself the voice of the people. The exchange was intense and personal.
Punk issued a direct challenge for Cena’s title. Cena didn’t back down, stating that if Punk wanted it, he’d have to face him in Saudi Arabia at Night of Champions.
“You want a shot? Then pack your bags, Punk. You’re flying to Riyadh.” — John Cena
The segment ended with Seth Rollins and his faction making their presence felt, teasing a potential cash-in with the Money in the Bank briefcase, adding more intrigue to the championship landscape.
AJ Styles Overcomes Chad Gable in Technical Showcase
In a standout match of the night, AJ Styles battled Chad Gable in a King of the Ring qualifier. The bout turned chaotic when The Creed Brothers interfered, but Styles fended them off.
Styles landed a surprise Styles Clash on Gable for the win, advancing to the next round.
Queen of the Ring Mayhem: Roxanne Perez Advances
The Queen of the Ring qualifier featured Rhea Ripley, Kairi Sane, Liv Morgan, and Roxanne Perez in a frenetic fatal four-way. In a dramatic moment, Sane hit her Insane Elbow on Liv Morgan, but Perez capitalized with a roll-up pin on Sane, earning a shock win.
Becky Lynch’s Reign Interrupted by Bayley
Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch hit the ring, flaunting her dominance and inviting Lyra Valkyria to raise her hand again. But Bayley returned and ambushed Becky, reigniting an old rivalry.
As Lyra forced Becky back into the ring, “The Man” escaped through the crowd, hinting at mind games and unfinished business.
R-Truth’s Emotional Promo & Hair-Cutting Moment
In one of the night’s most heartfelt segments, R-Truth addressed fans from the commentary table. Fighting back tears, he thanked the WWE Universe for embracing his return and claimed Cena brought out the real him — Ron Killings.
In a symbolic moment, Truth cut his own hair live on-air using scissors, sending shockwaves through the audience and indicating a serious character shift.
King of the Ring Qualifier: Sami Zayn Punches His Ticket
The men's King of the Ring action continued with Sami Zayn, Bron Breakker, Dominik Mysterio, and Penta battling in a four-way.
LA Knight interfered, laying out Breakker with a BFT, allowing Zayn to connect with a Helluva Kick on Dominik for the win. Zayn now joins AJ Styles in what’s shaping up to be a stellar King of the Ring bracket.
Nikki Bella Returns, Liv Morgan Sparks New Rivalry
WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella made a surprise appearance, confirming her involvement in the upcoming Evolution premium live event. She didn’t get a hero’s welcome for long, as Liv Morgan interrupted, mocked Nikki’s personal life — including her divorce — and then blindsided her with an Oblivion finisher.
The altercation has fans buzzing about a potential Nikki vs. Liv Morgan showdown at Evolution, a true generational clash.
Main Event: Gunther Ends Jey Uso’s Reign, Crowned New World Heavyweight Champion
In a high-stakes main event, Jey Uso defended his World Heavyweight Championship against Gunther in a brutal and emotionally charged contest.
Early exchanges saw Jey land a Frog Splash, but Gunther’s endurance and technical prowess soon took over. After repeated elbow strikes and sleeper holds, Gunther locked in a devastating submission that rendered Jey unconscious.
The referee stopped the match, crowning Gunther as the new World Heavyweight Champion, ending Jey’s reign — and marking a historic moment as the first time in years that no member of the Anoa’i family holds a top men’s title.
WWE Raw Takeaways – June 10, 2025
- CM Punk vs. John Cena is official for Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia.
- Gunther is your new World Heavyweight Champion, dethroning Jey Uso.
- AJ Styles and Sami Zayn advance in the King of the Ring tournament.
- Roxanne Perez surprises by advancing in the Queen of the Ring bracket.
- Nikki Bella vs. Liv Morgan is on the cards for Evolution.
- R-Truth shows a serious side in an emotional transformation segment.
Final Word
WWE Raw after Money in the Bank 2025 was packed with pay-per-view quality moments, delivering the fallout fans expected — and more. With high-profile feuds emerging, from Cena vs. Punk to Nikki vs. Liv, and Gunther’s reign beginning with dominance, the road to Night of Champions and Evolution is set to be unforgettable.
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