The March 24th, 2025, edition of Monday Night RAW emanating from the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland, set the stage for WrestleMania 41 with several dramatic developments. The show featured a controversial promo from John Cena, high-stakes title implications for Rhea Ripley, and escalating tensions across the roster.

John Cena's Descent into Villainy

The show opened with John Cena facing a barrage of boos from the Scottish crowd. Continuing his evolved persona, Cena addressed the fans' animosity, revealing a calculated plan to undermine wrestling and tarnish Ric Flair's legacy. Cena expressed disdain for the fans' disrespect towards his spinner WWE Championship belt, asserting it was one of his best ideas. He declared his intention to win his 17th World Championship at WrestleMania 41, surpassing Flair's record and retiring as the 'last real champion,' taking the title home and leaving fans with only a 'toy belt.' Cody Rhodes interrupted Cena, challenging him to take the title then and there. Cena declined, choosing to walk away, prompting Rhodes to predict a similar outcome at WrestleMania 41.

Rhea Ripley's Last Chance

Rhea Ripley's path to WrestleMania 41 faced a significant hurdle. After IYO Sky dethroned her for the WWE Women's World title, Ripley sought to reclaim her spot. Last week, she disrupted the contract signing between Sky and Bianca Belair, signing the contract herself. RAW General Manager Adam Pearce clarified that Ripley was not officially part of the WrestleMania match. This led to a confrontation between Ripley, Sky, and Belair, resulting in Pearce announcing a title match between IYO Sky and Rhea Ripley for the following week's RAW, with the winner facing Bianca Belair at WrestleMania 41. Adding further intrigue, Bianca Belair was named the Special Guest Referee for the Sky vs. Ripley match, promising a volatile encounter.

Match Results and Key Segments

WWE RAW in Glasgow intensified the rivalries and stakes heading into WrestleMania 41, marked by John Cena's controversial statements, Rhea Ripley's fight for a title opportunity, and chaotic matches across the board.