Seth Rollins to kick off WWE Raw, two matches added to lineup

Image Courtesy: WWE

WWE has announced several additions to the upcoming broadcast of Monday Night Raw in Laredo, Texas.

General Manager Adam Pearce confirmed the updates in a social media video on Sunday morning. He stated that Seth Rollins will open the show.

Pearce also scheduled two new matches for the episode. Penta will face Rusev in singles action. Bayley and Lyra Valkyria will team up to wrestle Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez.

The company previously announced that Roman Reigns will appear. Pearce confirmed Reigns will answer Jacob Fatu’s challenge for a title match at the upcoming Backlash event.

The broadcast will also feature an appearance from Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch. She plans to celebrate her recent victory at WrestleMania. Joe Hendry will also perform his first concert on the main roster.

Monday’s episode will take place at the Sames Auto Arena.

WWE Raw, April 27, 2026

  • Seth Rollins to open the show 
  • Roman Reigns will answer Jacob Fatu’s Backlash challenge 
  • Becky Lynch to appear 
  • Joe Hendry concert 
  • Penta vs. Rusev 
  • Bayley & Lyra Valkyria vs. Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez
About Neal Flanagan 1873 Articles
Based in Northern Ireland, Neal Flanagan is a former newspaper journalist and copy editor. In addition to reporting for POST Wrestling, he co-hosts The Wellness Policy and Book Club podcasts.