The road to Backlash just got a whole lot more intense after this week's WWE Raw, the final stop before the big event. With the show emanating from the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska, the energy was high, but something felt a little off—maybe it was the shocking news of The New Day's sudden release or the unsettling reports of talent being asked to take pay cuts. Still, the show delivered some serious moments that have fans buzzing.
The highlight of the night? A contract signing between Jacob Fatu and Roman Reigns that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Fatu pulled out a sacred move, a nod to his Samoan heritage, sending a clear message to the Tribal Chief. It's a move that's rarely seen in WWE, and it could be a game-changer heading into Backlash.
Elsewhere, Sol Ruca officially signed her Raw contract, and she didn't waste any time making an impact. The rising star hit Becky Lynch with a devastating Sol Snatcher, proving she's ready to shake things up in the women's division. It's a bold statement from a rookie who's clearly not afraid of the big stage.
The Judgment Day drama continued to simmer. Last week, Roxanne Perez was caught having a secret conversation with the recently ousted Finn Bálor, and this week, Liv Morgan confronted her about it. Perez promised no more secrets, but her loyalty was put to the test during Bálor's match against JD McDonagh. After Dominik Mysterio's repeated interference, Perez walked out ringside, handed the ring bell hammer by Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez, and cracked Bálor with it to secure McDonagh's win. It was a shocking turn that proved Perez is all-in with Judgment Day—for now. Expect Bálor to seek revenge next week, and with a potential tag title match against Brie Bella and Paige on the horizon, Perez's place in the group might be on borrowed time.
The show also featured a solid win for the team of Ethan Page and Rusev over Penta and Je'Von Evans, a trios match between the Americanos, and a pre-recorded segment where Asuka sprayed IYO SKY. As a go-home show, it wouldn't be complete without multiple brawls, and the first one kicked off the night, setting the tone for what promises to be an explosive Backlash.