The WWE RAW 7 April 2025 Recap is here, detailing an electrifying night at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This episode of Monday Night RAW delivered intense matches, jaw-dropping twists, and pivotal moments leading into WrestleMania.
From a chaotic contract signing to championship defenses and heated promos, the road to the grandest stage intensified. Let’s dive into the full results, segment highlights, and what’s next for the superstars of RAW.
Match Results
1. Bayley vs. Lyra Valkyria (c) – WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship
Recap: The night kicked off with a technical showcase between Bayley and champion Lyra Valkyria. Early mat wrestling saw neither gain a clear edge, but Bayley struck with a schoolboy for a nearfall. Valkyria countered with an inverted Boston Crab, rocking the Role Model. The action spilled outside, with Bayley landing a Bayley-to-Belly on the floor after a brutal no-water-in-the-pool moment. Inside, both traded nearfalls—Valkyria’s Doctor Bomb and Bayley’s Knee Trembler weren’t enough. In a thrilling finish, Valkyria countered the Roseplant with a jackknife pin to retain her title.
Winner: Lyra Valkyria by pinfall (retains WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship).
2. American Made (Brutus Creed, El Grande Americano, & Julius Creed) vs. Latino World Order (Cruz Del Toro, Dragon Lee, & Joaquin Wilde)
Recap: This six-man tag was chaos from the start. LWO dazzled with triple topes con giro, wiping out American Made. The Creeds answered with triple superplexes, but the tide turned when Dragon Lee hit a Liger Bomb—only for Julius to break it with a shooting star press. Controversy struck as Ivy Nile slipped El Grande Americano a metal plate, which he used for a decisive diving headbutt after a headbutt to Rey Mysterio. American Made stole the win, but the lucha libre mockery won’t go unanswered.
Winner: American Made by pinfall with a diving headbutt from El Grande Americano.
3. New Day (Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods) vs. War Raiders (Erik & Ivar) (c) – WWE World Tag Team Championship
Recap: With Tony Hinchcliffe on commentary, this title match was wild. War Raiders dominated early, with Ivar’s freight train crossbody and Erik’s gutbuster. New Day fought back, but a chair introduced by Woods led to an Eddy Guerrero-style DQ finish when he framed the champs. Post-match, New Day unleashed a vicious chair assault, targeting Erik’s head and sending Ivar over the barricade—a clear statement of intent.
Winner: New Day by disqualification (War Raiders retain WWE World Tag Team Championship).
4. Dominik Mysterio vs. Penta
Recap: Penta and Dominik traded blows in a fast-paced clash. Penta’s tijeras and quebradora had Mysterio reeling, while Dom answered with the Three Amigos and a 619 attempt. Penta countered a frog splash with an inside cradle, then sealed it with the Penta Driver. Post-match chaos erupted as Carlito attacked, only for Bron Breakker to spear everyone in sight—until Finn Balor ambushed with an inverted headlock elbow drop, staking his claim to the Intercontinental title.
Winner: Penta by pinfall with the Penta Driver.
Segment Highlights
1. Triple Threat Contract Signing Chaos
Recap: RAW GM Adam Pearce opened the show, addressing last week’s drama by setting a Women’s World Championship triple threat at WrestleMania: IYO SKY vs. Bianca Belair vs. Rhea Ripley. Belair signed confidently, vowing to go through Ripley. Ripley signed after a tense standoff, but IYO SKY refused—until she springboarded into both women, laid them out, signed the contract, and strutted off with her title. The champ’s statement was loud and clear.
2. Jey Uso’s Emotional Vow to GUNTHER
Recap: After GUNTHER’s brutal attack on Jimmy Uso last week, Jey delivered a heartfelt promo. He recounted telling his mother about Jimmy’s injuries and admitted his past fear of the Ring General. But that fear turned to fury—Jey promised to take the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania for himself, Jimmy, and his family, leaving GUNTHER smirking but undeniably challenged.
3. Judgment Day’s Intercontinental Tension
Recap: Finn Balor feigned support for Dominik Mysterio’s four-way Intercontinental title shot, subtly goading him to prove doubters wrong against Penta. Carlito promised backup, but post-match, Balor’s attack on Penta and Bron Breakker—and his cold shoulder to Dom—hinted at cracks in Judgment Day as WrestleMania looms.
4. Seth Rollins Confronts Paul Heyman, CM Punk Saves the Day
Recap: Paul Heyman tried to clarify his dual loyalty to Roman Reigns and CM Punk, but Seth Rollins interrupted, questioning his allegiance. Rollins painted Heyman as a pawn, disrespected by both men, and threatened to “remove” him with a stomp. As Seth escalated with shoves, CM Punk stormed in, sparking a brawl that saw Rollins’ face ground into steel steps. Punk took a Blackout, but Rollins spared Heyman—claiming a favour owed instead.
What’s Next
- WrestleMania Triple Threat: IYO SKY’s ambush solidified her edge, but Belair and Ripley won’t back down. Expect more physicality as these three collide for the Women’s World Championship.
- GUNTHER vs. Jey Uso: Jey’s fiery promo set the stage for a personal war. Will Jimmy recover to aid his twin, or will GUNTHER’s dominance continue?
- Intercontinental Championship Four-Way: Penta’s win, Breakker’s spears, and Balor’s opportunism heat up the title picture. Dominik’s role remains shaky—can he step out of Judgment Day’s shadow?
- Heyman’s Dilemma: With Rollins stirring the pot and Punk stepping up, Heyman’s WrestleMania role is murkier than ever. Will he stay neutral, or be forced to choose?
- Rey Mysterio’s Revenge: After El Grande Americano’s mockery, Rey secured a WrestleMania match. The lucha legend will aim to teach the masked giant a lesson.
The WWE RAW 7 April 2025 Recap showcased a night of high stakes and higher drama, setting the table for an unforgettable WrestleMania. Stay tuned for next week’s fallout!