The WWE universe is buzzing with excitement and anticipation as we approach the highly anticipated Raw event in Toronto on January 26, 2026! But amidst the hype, a cloud of uncertainty looms over the future of a fan favorite.
AJ Styles' Retirement Saga: The wrestling world is abuzz with rumors of AJ Styles' potential retirement. After a cryptic tweet-and-delete by his longtime rival, Shinsuke Nakamura, fans are left wondering if the Royal Rumble will mark Styles' final bow. Nakamura's letter hinted at Styles' retirement plans, but was it a genuine leak or an intricate ruse? This mystery adds an intriguing layer to the upcoming Raw, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
But here's where it gets controversial—Styles has previously stated that 2026 would be his last year, but retiring in January seems abrupt. A loss to the formidable Gunther could be a fitting end to his career, but is WWE ready to let go of one of their top stars so soon? This is a pivotal moment that could shape the future of WWE's storytelling.
Bron Breakker's Return: The night promises even more drama with the return of Bron Breakker, who was suspended by Adam Pearce on the January 12 Raw. This comeback is intertwined with a mysterious storyline involving Paul Heyman and an enigmatic figure known as 'The Big Man.' Speculations about the identity of The Big Man have been rampant, with names like The Rock, Brock Lesnar, and even Vince McMahon being thrown around. Will the mystery be unraveled in front of the packed Scotiabank Arena crowd?
The match card for this Raw is stacked, featuring:
- AJ Styles addressing his career-defining match against Gunther.
- A Fatal 4-Way battle between Alpha Academy, American Made, Los Americanos, and The New Day to determine the No. 1 Contender.
- A conversation between Adam Pearce and Bron Breakker, which could provide more clues about the ongoing mystery.
As we build up to this monumental Raw, the WWE Raw Ratings and Viewership have been on a rollercoaster:
- January 12, 2026: 2.5 million global views
- January 5, 2026: 4.9 million global viewers
- December 29, 2025: Did not chart
- December 22, 2025: Did not chart
- December 15, 2025: Did not chart
And for those eager to witness the action live, WWE Raw Tickets are almost sold out! The event takes place at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, with only 772 tickets remaining out of 14,804 distributed.
Mark your calendars, as WWE Raw starts on Monday, January 26, 2026, at 5:00 pm PST (8:00 pm EST), streaming live on Netflix. Will AJ Styles ride off into the sunset? Who is The Big Man? Don't miss out on what promises to be a night of unforgettable WWE action!
