WWE Raw: “Stranger Things” Special 1/5/26 Super Preview
The first 2026 edition of WWE Raw is set to be truly historical! Expect a wild “Stranger Things” crossover episode, highlighted by a high-stakes WWE World Heavyweight Championship match between CM Punk and the unstoppable Bronn Breakker, promising edge-of-your-seat action and unforgettable surprises.
It all goes down this Monday, January 5th, live on Netflix from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. As always, we bring you the official match card, our expert predictions, and a complete list of every confirmed Superstar slated to appear at the event.
Tickets for the Raw 2026 debut show are available via Ticketmaster.
Photo: Netflix
WWE Raw 1/5/26 Lineup
WWE World Heavyweight Championship: CM Punk (c) vs. Bronn Breaker (w/ Paul Heyman)
Women’s Tag Team Championship: The Kabuki Warriors (c) vs. Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky
Women's Intercontinental Championship: Becky Lynch (c) vs. Maxxine Dupri
Liv Morgan vs. Lyra Valkyria
“Stranger Things”…possibly Demogorgons, Demobats, etc…actors, all of the above….TBA
Also Announced:
Women's World Champion Stephanie Vaquer
World Tag Team Champions AJ Styles & Dragon Lee
Gunther
“Main Event” Jey Uso
Logan Paul
Penta
The New Day
Bronson Reed
Austin Theory
*Cards and talent are always subject to change. Sources: WWE & Barclays Center
Raw Predictions
WWE World Heavyweight Championship: CM Punk defeats Bron Breakker During The Match The Usos screwed Bron Breakker
IYO Sky and Rhea Ripley defeats The Kabuki Warriors to win the WWE Women's Tag Team Title
Liv Morgan defeats Lyra Valkyria
Rey Mysterio attacks Dominik Mysterio from behind at backstage
The Demogorgons from Stranger Things attacks Penta and turns him into Penta Dark.
Main Event: Maxxine Dupri defeats Becky Lynch to retain the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship.
