WWE Raw Preview: CM Punk Defends World Title Against Finn Balor In Belfast

The “Road to the Royal Rumble” makes a special stop in Belfast, Northern Ireland, today as Monday Night Raw takes over the SSE Arena. The show will air live on Netflix at a special start time of 3 p.m. ET, headlined by a massive World Heavyweight Championship match that has the local crowd buzzing.

Punk vs. Balor in Enemy Territory

CM Punk defends his World Heavyweight Championship against Ireland’s own Finn Balor. The “Prince” answered Punk’s call for a challenger and now looks to capture the top prize in front of his countrymen. Punk, who successfully defended against Bron Breakker earlier this month, walks into a hostile environment where the “Best in the World” moniker will be put to the test against the sheer will of the Belfast crowd.

The Vision in Action

A huge six-man tag team match is also set for the card. The Latino World Order—represented by Rey Mysterio, Dragon Lee, and Penta—will go to war with “The Vision.” The trio of United States Champion Logan Paul, Bronson Reed, and Austin Theory will look to reassert their dominance after recent setbacks. With Paul Heyman likely lurking at ringside, the numbers game could be a decisive factor.

Becky Lynch Defends and Gunther Speaks

In the women’s division, Becky Lynch puts her WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship on the line against Maxxine Dupri. This rubber match aims to settle their feud once and for all, with “The Man” looking to retain her title on home soil. Additionally, rising star Je’Von Evans faces a stiff test against “El Grande Americano” (Chad Gable), and Intercontinental Champion Gunther is scheduled to open the broadcast, likely addressing his plans for the Rumble.

WWE Raw Lineup (January 19, 2026):

• World Heavyweight Championship: CM Punk (c) vs. Finn Balor
• WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship: Becky Lynch (c) vs. Maxxine Dupri
• Rey Mysterio, Dragon Lee, & Penta vs. The Vision (Logan Paul, Bronson Reed, & Austin Theory)
• Je’Von Evans vs. El Grande Americano
• Gunther opens the show