WWE Raw Results & Analysis: WarGames Chaos and Last Time is Now Tournament Heats Up (Nov 24, 2025)

WWE Raw this week delivered a potent mix of storyline progression and in-ring action, setting the stage for Survivor Series: WarGames. But beneath the surface, a few things merit closer inspection.

The night kicked off with Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Cody Rhodes struggling to find common ground ahead of WarGames. Tensions flared, predictable given their individual ambitions. Can they coexist, or will their egos sabotage the team? This feels like a slow burn, and I wonder if it’s building to a WrestleMania showdown between these titans. The safe bet is on conflict.
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Gunther advanced in the Last Time is Now Tournament, defeating Carmelo Hayes in a hard-fought match. Hayes came close. The near-falls got the crowd invested. Despite Hayes’ impressive showing, Gunther’s dominance prevailed. It seems that Gunther is the favorite to face John Cena. It will come down to the wire if he is truly going to be the last.

Speaking of drama, Dominik Mysterio further cemented his “Dirty Dom” persona by attacking a “little John Cena.” Cheap heat, sure, but it works. It also provided the backdrop for Rey Mysterio’s match against JD McDonagh, which Rey won. Finn Bálor’s presence at ringside added another layer to this ongoing feud. The match itself was solid, with McDonagh showing flashes of brilliance before ultimately succumbing to the veteran’s wiles. One has to wonder if the Judgment Day will ever find themselves on the same page or will the inner turmoil consume them?

A massive brawl erupted among the women’s WarGames competitors. AJ Lee, Rhea Ripley, and the rest ignited, foreshadowing what should be an explosive match. These multi-person brawls can feel chaotic and sometimes lose direction. However, they do a good job of stoking interest and hyping the upcoming match. It’s worth pondering whether the creative team can offer each woman enough screen time to cultivate individual storylines.
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Solo Sikoa progressed in the Last Time is Now Tournament after Penta suffered an unfortunate injury. Penta looked impressive, but his injury took him out of the game. Sikoa advances, furthering his trajectory. Is he poised to become a main-event player, or is this run a temporary elevation?

Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul snagged a WarGames Advantage victory over The Usos. The match itself blended athleticism and character work. McIntyre’s aggression was on full display. Paul held his own, showcasing improvement. The Usos lost, but they still have a high-profile match on the horizon. McIntyre’s mocking of Jey Uso added fuel to the fire, while the post-match brawl involving all WarGames competitors ramped up the intensity. Seeing Cody Rhodes and CM Punk mixing it up together was a captivating scene. This promises an exciting WarGames match, though I remain somewhat skeptical about how well Paul will perform under the WarGames structure.

This Raw episode effectively progressed multiple storylines and amplified anticipation for Survivor Series: WarGames. The Last Time is Now Tournament injected a sense of urgency into the show. While some segments leaned on familiar tropes, the overall product was entertaining.

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