In an eagerly anticipated segment, Seth Rollins is set to kick off Monday’s WWE Raw with a crucial update on his knee injury. The announcement comes after Rollins, the reigning World Heavyweight Champion, suffered a knee injury during a recent match against Jinder Mahal.
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Seth Rollins, who successfully defended his title against Mahal in the main event of the previous Raw, will shed light on the extent of his injury and discuss his future as the World Heavyweight Champion. The injury occurred during a high-impact moment when Rollins executed a Lionsault on Mahal, resulting in a torn MCL and partially torn meniscus, as revealed by an MRI.
Despite the setback, the original plan for WrestleMania 40 involves Rollins defending his World Heavyweight Championship against CM Punk. This matchup has been a highly anticipated one among fans, and Rollins’ injury raises questions about the status of this marquee bout.
Dave Meltzer, in today’s Daily Update, mentioned, “As of this afternoon, Rollins vs. Punk was still scheduled for WrestleMania.” However, he acknowledged that it depends on various factors and may be subject to change.
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Monday’s Raw, emanating from the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, serves as the go-home show for the upcoming Royal Rumble. The episode is stacked with exciting matchups and confrontations, including:
- A face-to-face encounter between CM Punk and Cody Rhodes.
- A clash between Damian Priest and Drew McIntyre.
- Chad Gable taking on Ivar in a singles match.
- Ivy Nile facing off against Valhalla.
- Seth Rollins leading the show, addressing his future as the World Heavyweight Champion.
WWE fans can expect an emotional and pivotal moment as Rollins opens Raw, providing insights into the impact of his injury on the highly anticipated Rollins vs. Punk showdown at WrestleMania 40. The outcome of this segment will undoubtedly shape the landscape of the World Heavyweight Championship scene leading into the Royal Rumble.
