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Punk, Rollins, and McIntyre Set for Royal Rumble Showdown

CM Punk opened WWE Raw on January 13, 2025, at the SAP Center in San Jose, California, addressing his recent victory over Seth Rollins. Punk declared his entry into the upcoming Royal Rumble, igniting a competitive spirit as both Rollins and Drew McIntyre quickly followed suit, each expressing their determination to secure a world title shot at WrestleMania.

In a historic moment, Lyra Valkyria claimed the inaugural Women's Intercontinental Championship by defeating Dakota Kai with her signature Nightwing finisher. This victory marks a significant milestone in women's wrestling, showcasing Valkyria's rising star power.

Penta made a strong debut by defeating Chad Gable with a Penta Driver, while Sheamus continued his impressive run by pinning Ludwig Kaiser after delivering a devastating Brogue Kick. Following his match, Sheamus confronted Intercontinental Champion Bron Breakker, who was watching from ringside, setting the stage for potential future confrontations.

Sami Zayn also had a notable performance, defeating The Miz with a blue thunder powerbomb. Meanwhile, Jey Uso challenged World Heavyweight Champion Gunther for a match at Saturday Night's Main Event, despite Gunther's dismissive comments regarding Uso's chances.

Rhea Ripley, the newly crowned Women's World Champion, outlined her next steps but faced an immediate challenge from Nia Jax, who was ultimately knocked out of the ring by Ripley and Bayley. The event also featured backstage tensions within Judgment Day, as Finn Bálor and Dominik Mysterio had heated exchanges with Liv Morgan.

The evening concluded with the anticipation building for the Royal Rumble, as CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre's declarations added excitement to the upcoming event.

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