Tonight’s episode of WWE RAW is set to be an emotional one for fans, as a tribute to AJ Styles has been announced by the company. The Phenomenal One recently retired from in-ring competition following his loss to Gunther at Royal Rumble 2026.
In a heartfelt video posted on social media, RAW General Manager Adam Pearce shared the lineup for the upcoming show and paid tribute to AJ Styles. Pearce praised Styles as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time and urged fans to tune in to show their appreciation for the legend who has decided to hang up his boots.
“It’s hard to believe that I have known the man for nearly 25 years. Tomorrow night, we all say thank you to one of the best of his generation, to one of the best of all time,” Pearce expressed in the video. Alongside the tribute to AJ Styles, the episode will also feature Liv Morgan making her WrestleMania decision, Maxxine Dupri facing off against Nattie, and Elimination Chamber qualifying matches. Additionally, the Beast Incarnate Brock Lesnar will be making his return to WWE, promising an exciting night for fans.
The upcoming RAW episode will mark Brock Lesnar’s first appearance on the Monday night show this year. After being eliminated early in the Royal Rumble, Lesnar’s return could signal the beginning of a new feud leading up to WrestleMania. There is speculation that Lesnar may even insert himself into the Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match, potentially altering the course of the Triple Threat bout.
As fans eagerly await Lesnar’s return and the unfolding of new storylines on RAW, the episode promises to have a significant impact on the road to WrestleMania. With surprises and twists expected, the WWE Universe is in for an action-packed night of entertainment.
Be sure to catch all the excitement on Monday Night RAW from Atlanta, and join in paying tribute to AJ Styles and witnessing the return of Brock Lesnar. The future implications of tonight’s episode are sure to shape the landscape of WWE as the build-up to WrestleMania intensifies.
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