WWE RAW March 3 Episode Set for Indianapolis with Major Returns and Matches
The upcoming episode of WWE RAW on March 3 will be broadcast live from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. This highly anticipated show will present the immediate fallout from WWE's latest Premium Live Event, Elimination Chamber, setting the stage for WrestleMania 42.
Roman Reigns Makes His Return to Confront CM Punk
The headline event of the evening will be the return of the 2026 Men's Royal Rumble winner, Roman Reigns. Reigns is scheduled to appear live on RAW to directly confront his confirmed WrestleMania 42 opponent, CM Punk. The confrontation comes after Reigns publicly responded via social media to Punk's recent victory over Finn Balor at the Elimination Chamber event.
The Tribal Chief is now officially set to battle CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship at the grandest stage of them all. This segment is expected to be a pivotal moment in building their championship feud.
Confirmed Matches: Championship Defense and Grudge Match
Two major matches have been officially confirmed for this episode of Monday Night RAW, promising high-octane action.
- WWE Intercontinental Championship Match: The reigning champion, Dominik Mysterio, will defend his title against the explosive luchador, Penta. This bout is anticipated to be a fast-paced and captivating showdown with the prestigious championship on the line.
- Singles Grudge Match: The heated rivalry between Gunther and Dragon Lee will escalate into a one-on-one contest. Lee, who has vocally opposed Gunther's recent attacks on retired legends, seeks revenge for a previous assault by The Ring General on RAW several weeks ago.
Star-Studded Lineup and Additional Highlights
Beyond the marquee matches and Reigns' return, a vast array of top WWE superstars are confirmed for appearances, making this one of the most loaded episodes of RAW in recent memory.
The confirmed superstar list includes:
- CM Punk
- Stephanie Vaquer
- Roman Reigns
- The Vision (Logan Paul, Austin Theory, & Paul Heyman)
- Becky Lynch
- AJ Lee
- The Usos
- Rhea Ripley
- IYO SKY
- Asuka and Kairi Sane
- Rey Mysterio
- Bayley and Lyra Valkyria
- Penta
- Dominik Mysterio
- Nikki and Brie Bella
- Nattie
- The Judgment Day
- Alpha Academy
- Grayson Waller
- War Raiders
- Los Americanos
- Original El Grande Americano
- Gunther
- Dragon Lee
- The American Made
Additional Key Segments and Fallout
Other major highlights for the March 3 episode include a live appearance from CM Punk himself. Furthermore, Punk's wife, the new WWE Women's Intercontinental Champion AJ Lee, will also be present, fresh off her title victory over Becky Lynch just two days prior at Elimination Chamber.
Finally, RAW General Manager Adam Pearce is scheduled to address the shocking, unannounced return of Seth Rollins at the Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event. This address is expected to have significant implications and potentially alter the landscape of WWE as the company builds towards WrestleMania 42.
