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WWE Raw May 25 Preview: Contract Signing & Clash In Italy Build-Up

 

WWE has confirmed several major segments for the May 25 episode of Monday Night Raw, setting the stage for the upcoming Clash In Italy premium live event.

Oba Femi to Address Brock Lesnar

Raw General Manager Adam Pearce announced that Oba Femi will open the show. The breakout star is expected to respond to Brock Lesnar’s shocking attack from last week, which left fans buzzing about what comes next.

Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu Contract Signing

The headline segment will feature Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu making their World Heavyweight Championship match official. Their clash in Turin will be contested under Tribal Combat rules, adding extra intensity to an already high-stakes encounter.

Women’s Tag Team Action

Pearce also confirmed a tag team bout pitting Bayley and Lyra Valkyria against members of Judgment Day. While the exact lineup wasn’t specified, Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez are the likely representatives.

Clash In Italy Preview

The May 25 Raw serves as the final stop before Clash In Italy, scheduled for May 31 at the Inalpi Arena in Turin. The card already includes:

  • Becky Lynch defending the Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Sol Ruca

  • Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu in Tribal Combat

  • Appearances from Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, and Brock Lesnar

With four championship matches confirmed, WWE is positioning Clash In Italy as one of its biggest international events of 2026.

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