Looking for what happened? See the full WWE Raw results May 4 2026 for every match winner, the Reigns-Fatu contract signing, and the final Backlash build from Omaha. Also look into the RAW May 11 2026 Match Card and Lineups for Knoxville show.
WWE Raw May 4 2026 is the go-home episode of Monday Night Raw before WWE Backlash on May 9, airing live from the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Sol Ruca officially signs her Raw contract, Rusev and Ethan Page team up against Intercontinental Champion Penta and Je’Von Evans, and the final Backlash build intensifies with CM Punk, Rhea Ripley, Liv Morgan, Becky Lynch, and Stephanie Vaquer all confirmed to appear. Here is the complete WWE Raw May 4 2026 match card, start time, how to watch, and every confirmed match and segment for tonight’s show on Netflix.
With WWE Backlash just five days away on May 9 in Tampa, tonight’s Raw is the final opportunity to sell the three confirmed Backlash matches — Roman Reigns vs Jacob Fatu, Seth Rollins vs Bron Breakker, and Asuka vs IYO SKY — and potentially add more to the card.
For what happened on SmackDown two days ago, see the SmackDown results May 1 2026. For last week’s Raw, see the Raw results April 27 2026.
(Last updated on May 4, 2026 during WWE RAW tonight)
What Time Is WWE Raw Tonight? Start Time And How To Watch
WWE Raw May 4 2026 airs live on Netflix at 8:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM CT / 5:00 PM PT from the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
For fans asking where is WWE Raw tonight — the show takes place at the CHI Health Center, a 17,000-seat arena in downtown Omaha. Doors open at 6:30 PM CT, with dark matches before the live broadcast.
WWE Raw May 4 2026 Start Time By Country
| Country / Region | Local Time | Day |
|---|---|---|
| United States (ET) | 8:00 PM | Monday, May 4 |
| United States (PT) | 5:00 PM | Monday, May 4 |
| United Kingdom (BST) | 1:00 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| India (IST) | 5:30 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| Pakistan (PKT) | 5:00 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| Bangladesh (BST) | 6:00 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| Nepal (NPT) | 5:45 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| UAE (GST) | 4:00 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| Singapore (SGT) | 8:00 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| Australia (AEST) | 10:00 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| Germany / France (CEST) | 2:00 AM | Tuesday, May 5 |
| New Zealand (NZST) | 12:00 PM | Tuesday, May 5 |
How To Watch WWE Raw May 4 2026
- Worldwide: WWE Raw streams live exclusively on Netflix in the United States, UK, India, Canada, Australia, Germany, and over 40 other countries.
- India: Available on Netflix and Sony Sports Network, airing early Tuesday morning IST.
- Select regions without Netflix access: Check local WWE broadcast partners.
For a full breakdown of Monday Night Raw start times in every country, see our Monday Night Raw guide.
WWE Raw May 4 2026 Match Card: Confirmed Matches And Segments
Roman Reigns & Jacob Fatu Contract Signing — World Heavyweight Championship At Backlash — Confirmed
Raw GM Adam Pearce confirmed that Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu will sign the contract for their World Heavyweight Championship match at Backlash on May 9. Pearce said the signing will “go down just perfectly fine” — the ironic tone making it clear WWE expects chaos. On SmackDown May 1, Fatu destroyed Solo Sikoa, Talla Tonga, and The Usos in the main event, walking through Jimmy and Jey and warning them to “tell Reigns to watch out.” On Raw last week, Fatu attacked Reigns with the Tongan Death Grip before Reigns accepted the challenge. Tonight’s contract signing is the final face-off before Tampa. Tonight’s contract signing puts two members of the Anoaʻi dynasty face to face — see the full Roman Reigns salary, net worth and contract breakdown for details on the most lucrative deal in WWE. Tonight’s contract signing brings two members of the Anoaʻi dynasty face to face — but the financial gap is stark. Roman Reigns is the highest paid wrestler in WWE at $12-15 million while Fatu earns an estimated $500K-1 million.
Penta & Je’Von Evans vs Rusev & Ethan Page — Tag Team Match Confirmed
The Intercontinental Championship feud takes tag team form. Rusev warned Ethan Page via a backstage exclusive that “we will have a problem if we lose” — adding tension between the two heels before they’ve even tagged together. Intercontinental Champion Penta teams with the high-flying Je’Von Evans. This match will likely determine the format of the IC Championship match at Backlash.
JD McDonagh vs Finn Balor — Rematch Confirmed
JD McDonagh requested one more match against his former Judgment Day stablemate, and Adam Pearce granted it. Balor defeated McDonagh at WrestleMania 42 in a Street Fight and again on the Raw After WrestleMania. McDonagh is looking for his first singles victory over Balor since their faction breakup.
Sol Ruca Contract Signing — Confirmed
Sol Ruca officially signs her Monday Night Raw contract tonight. Pearce said he is “proud to officially welcome her to the Raw roster.” Ruca debuted on the Raw After WrestleMania by nearly upsetting Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan in a non-title match. Contract signings rarely go smoothly — expect Morgan, Zaria, or Stephanie Vaquer to interrupt.
Asuka & IYO SKY Sit-Down Segment — Confirmed
Adam Pearce confirmed he will get Asuka and IYO SKY in the same room to “air out their grievances” ahead of their Backlash match on May 9. The two have been feuding since Asuka cost SKY the Women’s IC Championship match against Becky Lynch last week.
Oba Femi Open Challenge — Week 2 Confirmed
Oba Femi’s weekly open challenge continues tonight after he squashed Grayson Waller last week. The man who ended Brock Lesnar’s career at WrestleMania faces a new opponent in Omaha.
Key Storylines To Watch On WWE Raw Tonight
Roman Reigns vs Jacob Fatu — Final Backlash Build
The World Heavyweight Championship main event at Backlash is five days away. On SmackDown May 1, Fatu destroyed Solo Sikoa, Talla Tonga, and The Usos in the main event, walking through Jimmy and Jey without attacking and warning them to “tell Reigns to watch out.” On Raw last week, Fatu attacked Reigns with the Tongan Death Grip before Reigns accepted the Backlash challenge. Tonight is the final face-off before Tampa — expect Reigns and Fatu to come face to face one last time, with The Usos caught in the middle.
Seth Rollins vs Bron Breakker — Go-Home Confrontation
Rollins and Breakker’s Backlash match was confirmed on last week’s Raw after a heated promo exchange. Rollins called Breakker “Baby Steiner” and mocked his family legacy. Breakker responded by saying Rollins is no longer at the top. Tonight is the go-home Raw — expect a final physical confrontation, potential interference from The Vision or The Street Profits, and the final sell for their singles match in Tampa.
CM Punk — What’s Next After The Title Loss?
CM Punk is confirmed to appear on tonight’s Raw. Punk lost the World Heavyweight Championship to Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42 and has been teasing a future match with Cody Rhodes ever since. On SmackDown, Gunther attacked Rhodes, potentially complicating the Punk-Rhodes direction. Punk’s Backlash status is unclear — he is not currently advertised for a match in Tampa, but tonight’s Raw could change that.
Liv Morgan, Stephanie Vaquer And The Women’s World Championship
Morgan is confirmed to appear alongside Vaquer. The Women’s World Championship picture has three potential challengers — Vaquer seeking her rematch, Sol Ruca establishing herself as a contender, and Zaria following her NXT rival to Raw. With Ruca’s contract signing tonight, the women’s division storylines could converge into a Backlash announcement.
Rhea Ripley On Raw?
Rhea Ripley is listed as a featured superstar for tonight’s show despite being the SmackDown Women’s Champion. On SmackDown, Ripley formed an alliance with Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss against Fatal Influence. Her presence on Raw could involve a cross-brand segment with Liv Morgan — continuing their loaded exchange from the Raw After WrestleMania — or a Backlash-related appearance.
Becky Lynch — Women’s Intercontinental Championship
Lynch is confirmed to appear. On last week’s Raw, she retained the Women’s IC Championship against IYO SKY after Asuka interfered. With Asuka vs IYO SKY confirmed for Backlash, Lynch’s involvement in tonight’s go-home show could see her cross paths with both women one final time before Tampa.
Oba Femi Open Challenge — Week 2
Oba Femi announced his weekly open challenge last week after squashing Grayson Waller. The man who ended Brock Lesnar’s career at WrestleMania will face a new challenger tonight. The open challenge format keeps Femi dominant and visible while building toward a bigger feud — potentially with Gunther, who attacked Cody Rhodes on SmackDown and may need a new Raw direction.
What Happened On Last Week’s Raw (April 27 2026)
For fans catching up, here are the key results from last week’s Raw in Laredo:
Three Backlash matches were confirmed: Roman Reigns vs Jacob Fatu for the World Heavyweight Championship, Seth Rollins vs Bron Breakker, and Asuka vs IYO SKY. Joe Hendry debuted with an in-ring concert before The Vision interrupted. Oba Femi squashed Grayson Waller and announced his weekly open challenge. Penta defeated Rusev in a non-title match before Rusev and Ethan Page attacked post-match. Becky Lynch retained the Women’s IC Championship over IYO SKY after Asuka interference. Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez defeated Bayley and Lyra Valkyria with Liv Morgan’s help. LA Knight confronted The Usos backstage. Rey Mysterio defeated El Grande Americano.
For the full breakdown, see our complete Raw results April 27 2026.
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