5 WWE stars who can return on RAW after Saturday Night’s Main Event

This week's Monday Night RAW will witness the aftermath of a chaotic Saturday Night's Main Event. WWE has ushered in a new era with CM Punk becoming the World Heavyweight Champion this past weekend. However, with Survivor Series: WarGames looming over the head as WWE's next major PLE, fans expect the return of some big stars tonight.

As of now, WWE has been promoting the next few episodes of RAW as a surprise package for the fans. The company needs to book something epic to grab fans' attention. What better way than bringing back some top names on the very next show after SNME? From a WWE legend to a controversial icon, many stars can appear on the red brand this week.

Let's discuss five WWE stars who can return on RAW after Saturday Night’s Main Event:

#5. Rey Mysterio

Rey Mysterio has been absent from WWE since the April 19, 2025 episode of SmackDown, where he suffered a groin injury. However, the legendary luchador has been making appearances outside WWE lately, indicating that he could be ready to make a comeback. There is a good possibility that WWE might bring back Mysterio on tonight's episode of RAW.

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The company is set to host John Cena's "The Last Time is Now" tournament from next week. Considering his legendary status, Rey Mysterio can be part of such a high-stakes tournament. If not that route, WWE can put him against his son, Dominik Mysterio, for the Intercontinental Championship on Monday Night RAW in the weeks ahead.

#4. IYO SKY

IYO SKY has been absent from Monday Night RAW since suffering a defeat against Kairi Sane on October 6. While the Japanese icon has been away from the red brand, she has been competing regularly on house shows in Japan. Therefore, WWE could only be waiting for a perfect moment to bring back SKY, and tonight's RAW could be just that.

There are rumors that she might compete in the Women's WarGames Match this year at Survivor Series. As a result, fans might witness WWE planting the seeds for that high-stakes match by using IYO SKY's comeback. Additionally, fans have been waiting to see her next chapter with The Kabuki Warriors, making her comeback even more important.

#3. Gunther

Gunther's last appearance was at SummerSlam 2025, where he dropped the World Heavyweight Championship to CM Punk. The Ring General was shown in "The Last Time is Now" tournament announcement video at Saturday Night's Main Event, making it clear that he is set to be in the contest. Besides, WWE needs a top heel on the red brand right now following Seth Rollins' injury.

The Austrian powerhouse could fill that spot suitably. Additionally, there are rumors that the Stamford-based promotion is planning to book Gunther as the final opponent for John Cena at SNME next month. Therefore, the company could bring The Ring General back as early as tonight's RAW to foreshadow his ascension against The Cenation Leader.

#2. AJ Lee

AJ Lee made her remarkable return to WWE in September this year. But she has gone missing again from the company just after competing in one match at Wrestlepalooza. Considering the fact that WWE is kicking off the build for Survivor Series with tonight's show, there is a chance that The Black Widow might make her return to kick off her next story.

There is some unfinished business between AJ Lee and Becky Lynch. The Man has also been wandering directionless on the red brand for the past month. Therefore, the former Divas Champion might return tonight to confront Lynch ahead of Survivor Series. Also, AJ is rumored to compete in the Women's WarGames Match this year, making her return tonight even more possible.

#1. Roman Reigns could return on RAW

Roman Reigns suffered a massive loss against Bronson Reed at Crown Jewel in Perth last month. He has been away from WWE since then. Well, the company is advertising him for this year's Survivor Series: WarGames. Reigns is expected to compete in the Men's WarGames Match this year, potentially against Paul Heyman's boys.

Therefore, The OTC could appear on tonight's show to lay down a possible challenge to Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed for Survivor Series. The WWE Universe complained about the lack of surprises for Saturday Night's Main Event last week. As a result, the company might make up for it by featuring Roman Reigns on tonight's episode of Monday Night RAW.

Edited by Subhasish Deb