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WWE Raw takeaways: Rollins stripped, Jey Uso yeets his twin for a title shot

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Published: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:02 am

WWE Raw Shakes Up Championship Landscape

Monday's episode of "Raw" delivered a series of shocking developments, dramatically altering the landscape of the World Heavyweight Championship. The reigning champion, Seth Rollins, was stripped of his title due to a "major surgery" following an attack by Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed the previous week. WWE General Manager Adam Pearce announced that Rollins would be sidelined for an extended period.

A new World Heavyweight Champion will be crowned at "Saturday Night's Main Event" on November 1st. The main event of the show was a Battle Royal, which saw Jey Uso emerge victorious, earning him a title shot. CM Punk, a fellow contender, provided commentary during the Battle Royal.

In other matches, AJ Styles and Dragon Lee secured the World Tag Team Championship by defeating The Judgement Day. Dominik Mysterio successfully defended his Intercontinental Championship against Rusev. Maxxine Dupri won against Becky Lynch by disqualification, and Stephanie Vaquer defeated Roxanne Perez.

The Battle Royal saw several notable moments. Dominik Mysterio, despite being eliminated early, attempted to re-enter the match. Jimmy Uso aided his twin brother, Jey, but Jey ultimately eliminated Jimmy and LA Knight to secure his title opportunity.

The episode also highlighted the impact of Paul Heyman's influence, with Breakker and Reed receiving significant praise. AJ Styles' versatility and leadership were also lauded, with the commentator noting his ability to excel in various roles.

BNN's Perspective:

The injury to Seth Rollins is a significant blow, but the opportunity for a new champion and fresh matchups is exciting. The potential for CM Punk to hold the title and eventually face a returning Rollins at Wrestlemania would be a compelling storyline. The focus on developing new talent, like Maxxine Dupri, is also a positive sign for the future of the sport.

Keywords: WWE Raw, Seth Rollins, World Heavyweight Championship, Jey Uso, CM Punk, AJ Styles, Dominik Mysterio, Battle Royal, Injury, Wrestling, Championship, Title Match, Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, Maxxine Dupri, Becky Lynch

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