WWE Raw Results: The Vision Defeats CM Punk & Rey Mysterio

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December 22, 2025 (taped 12/19)
Van Andel Arena – Grand Rapids, MI

By: John Kleinchester

WWE Raw Results

  • Asuka over Rhea Ripley via Roll-Up
  • Je’Von Evans over Rayo via OG Cutter
  • Bayley over Roxanne Perez via Elbow Drop
  • Austin Theory & Bronson Reed over CM Punk & Rey Mysterio via Stomp

 

The Vision Theory

This truncated, pre-taped edition of Raw kicked off with The Brons and Paul Heyman arriving at the arena and running into Austin Theory. Theory said that he wanted to help out in The Vision’s match tonight. Heyman seemed intrigued but didn’t give an answer. 

Rhea Ripley vs. Asuka

Backstage, Rhea Ripley told Iyo Sky to stay in the back and that she would take care of Kairi and Asuka. Ripley then went to the ring for her scheduled match against Asuka. Early on in the match, Kairi distracted Ripley, allowing Asuka to take control. After an ad break, Kairi got involved again as Ripley continued to be dominated. Following another break, the two exchanged submission maneuvers with Ripley escaping the Asuka Lock. Sane got involved a third time, prompting Iyo Sky to run down while holding her injured back. Sky took out Kairi briefly, but was dropped on her back on the apron. Ripley went to check on Iyo and was rolled up by Asuka with a handful of tights for the win. 

Backstage, The Brons asked Paul Heyman what was happening with Austin Theory. Heyman said he was selective and had a vision for Theory. He announced that it would be Theory and Reed tonight, facing CM Punk and Rey Mysterio. Heyman left, and Breakker told Reed that he had his back, not Theory’s. 

Lynch & Dupri

Next was supposed to be a championship celebration for Maxxine Dupri, but instead, Becky Lynch came down to the ring and said that she was robbed. Lynch continued, running down the Grand Rapids crowd when Maxxine Dupri emerged. Dupri admitted that she was just a rookie, and she defeated Lynch three times. Dupri said she would gladly face Becky again but that Becky’s best years were behind her. Becky slapped Dupri and held the IC title up. Becky went to attack Dupri further, but was caught in the ankle lock and tapped out again. 

Je’Von Evans was with Adam Pearce backstage, and Pearce wished him luck in his match tonight against Grande Americano. Pearce asked Evans to see him after his match to talk about his future. Stephanie Vaquer appeared and demanded a triple-threat match with Nikki Bella and Raquel Rodriguez. Pearce agreed and made the match for next Monday. 

Je’Von Evans vs. Rayo

Next was Je’Von Evans taking on Rayo Americano, and as the match began, Michael Cole complained about not being able to find anything online about Rayo. Evans showcased his high-flying style, but a distraction by Grande Americano allowed Bravo to attack Evans behind the referee’s back. Evans persevered and defeated Rayo with the OG Cutter. After the match, the Americanos attempted to attack Evans, but he managed to escape to safety. Cole noted that Evans was a free agent and wondered what brand he would sign with. 

Backstage, AJ Styles and Dragon Lee were asked about their title defense against The Usos next week. They said that The Usos were considered the best, but they’re better than the best.

A produced package promo by Bron Breakker aired next, reiterating his points made last week about old Punk vs. new Punk. Breakker said he hoped Punk had saved all his money and cashed all his checks because he would be worth nothing once he was done with him. 

 

Nikki Bella appeared from the crowd and jumped onto the announce desk, talking about her accolades and running down the crowd. Bella said that Stephanie Vaquer was a big deal in the ring, but she’s a big deal everywhere. 

Bayley vs. Roxanne Perez

Next up was Roxanne Perez, accompanied by Liv Morgan, taking on Bayley, who had Lyra Valkyria in her corner. Early in the match, Bayley attempted to catch Perez on her shoulders during a suicide dive, but it didn’t quite work out, and strangely, they didn’t edit it out. Raquel Rodriguez then appeared at ringside and was taken out by Lyra Valkyria. This prompted Liv Morgan to throw Valkyria over the announce table. Morgan then tripped Bayley behind the referee’s back, allowing Perez to expose the middle turnbuckle and throw Bayley into it.

Perez had the match won at that point, but Raquel jumped onto the apron, distracting the referee. Morgan pushed her down, and Valkyria returned, taking both Morgan and Rodriguez out. Valkyria then slapped Bayley, turning on her aggressive mode.  Bayley hit the elbow drop from the top rope for the win. Later backstage, Judgment Day was arguing, and Rodriguez stormed off, saying she had to prepare for her title match. 

Backstage, Bronson Reed told Austin Theory to follow his lead. Theory said he would start the match, and Reed could follow his lead instead. 

Gunther Promo

Gunther was out next and laughed as the boos rained down and the crowd chanted “you suck” at him. He said the crowd shouldn’t be mad at him; they should be angry at the guy who tapped out like a little bitch. CM Punk interrupted and got into Gunther’s face, but Gunther laughed and left the ring. Rey Mysterio came out next and had his own staredown with Gunther, who again laughed and walked off. Backstage, Gunther ran into AJ Styles again, who said he didn’t know when to shut up. Gunther laughed and said he doesn’t. 

CM Punk & Rey Mysterio vs. The Vision

The main event of the night saw CM Punk and Rey Mysterio taking on Austin Theory and Bronson Reed. Theory was announced as part of The Vision, but for some reason, Michael Cole kept harping on this being an audition for Theory to join the group, possibly. Punk and Mysterio fought from underneath most of the match, with Reed and Theory seemingly on the same page.

After a commercial break, Punk attempted to hit Theory with the GTS, but Theory was able to escape. Theory then trucked Rey Mysterio with a huge clothesline but got a 619 for his efforts. Punk and Reed battled on the outside and over the barrier into the timekeeper’s area. Theory then caught Mysterio with a Stomp for the pinfall win. Bron Breakker then appeared and speared Punk, leaving him lying as the show ended. 

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John Kleinchester is a wrestling reporter from New Jersey, covering the sport since 2022. He is a graduate of Ithaca College and can be reached at jkleinchester@gmail.com.
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