WWE Monday Night Raw Results (June 23, 2025): King & Queen of the Ring Semifinals Shake Up the Card
Introduction
Monday Night Raw returned on June 23, 2025, from Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, delivering pivotal moments in the King & Queen of the Ring semifinals, intense title drama, and heated promos as WWE builds toward Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia. From powerhouse performances to controversial match finishes, this episode laid the groundwork for rivalries reaching their peak this summer.
Show Opener & Major Segments
Seth Rollins Promo: Claiming the Spotlight
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Seth Rollins, flanked by Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, and “Big” Bronson Reed, opened the show with a fiery promo.
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Rollins framed himself as the centerpiece of WWE, claiming all top stars—Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and LA Knight—exist because of him .
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He emphasized his Money in the Bank briefcase as the ultimate prize and warned challengers, signaling frequency of his heel dominance.
Bron Breakker vs. Penta
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Breakker faced Penta in a physical opening match featuring a spear for the pinfall victory .
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Post-match, Rollins group celebrated, reinforcing their faction's dominance and establishing Breakker as a force.
King & Queen of the Ring Semifinals
Women’s Semifinal: Jade Cargill vs. Roxanne Perez
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In a battle of power vs. grit, Jade Cargill emerged victorious over Roxanne Perez, executing a decisive powerbomb-Jaded combo.
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Asuka appeared post-match, setting up a compelling final showdown against Cargill at Night of Champions .
Men’s Semifinal: Cody Rhodes vs. Jey Uso
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Cody Rhodes defeated longtime ally Jey Uso, using signature moves—a top‑rope Cody Cutter followed by a Cross Rhodes—to advance.
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With the win, Rhodes secured his place in the final against Randy Orton at Night of Champions, cementing the stakes for a future World Title opportunity.
Title Matches & Backstage Drama
Becky Lynch vs. Bayley – Women’s Intercontinental Championship
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Bayley challenged Becky Lynch for the title in a hard‑hitting match.
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The bout ended via disqualification when Lyra Valkyria interfered, accidentally costing Bayley and allowing Lynch to retain .
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Post-match tensions between Bayley and Valkyria planted seeds for a potential split or feud.
Gunther vs. Goldberg via Promo
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World Heavyweight Champion Gunther cut a fire promo aimed at Goldberg, acknowledging the impending showdown at Saturday Night’s Main Event. He vowed to “kill” Goldberg’s legacy this summer.
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Goldberg, in a pre-taped interview, declared this would be his final match, fueling emotional tension for their big collision.
WWE Raw – June 23 Match & Segment Results
| Match/Segment | Result/Outcome |
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| Bron Breakker vs. Penta | Winner: Bron Breakker (via mid-air spear) |
| Seth Rollins Promo | Establishes Rollins as central heel with faction; builds toward Money in the Bank |
| Jade Cargill vs. Roxanne Perez (Queen Semifinal) | Winner: Jade Cargill (Powerbomb + Jaded); advances to final vs. Asuka |
| Becky Lynch (c) vs. Bayley – Women’s IC Match | Winner: Becky Lynch (retains by DQ via Lyra Valkyria interference) |
| Gunther Promo vs. Goldberg | Gunther challenges Goldberg’s legacy; Goldberg vows to "beat the **** out of Gunther" in final bout |
| Cody Rhodes vs. Jey Uso (King Semifinal) | Winner: Cody Rhodes (top‑rope Cutter + Cross Rhodes); final vs. Randy Orton set |
Top 5 Moments and Takeaways
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Rollins Show Opening – Dominant*, charismatic heel segment reaffirming his place in the main event picture.
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Breakker’s Power Display – Brutal spear finish over Penta further legitimizes his main roster push .
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Cargill’s Advancement – Dark horse of the tournament taking down Perez and setting eyes on Asuka in the final .
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Rhodes vs. Uso Showdown – Wrestling storytelling peaked in a classic that excites fans for the King of the Ring final
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Goldberg vs. Gunther Hype – Emotional stakes in their feud escalate, making SNME a can't-miss event .
Looking Ahead to Night of Champions
Title Cards for Saturday’s Event
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King of the Ring Finals: Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton
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Queen of the Ring Finals: Jade Cargill vs. Asuka
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World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther vs. Goldberg
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Women’s Intercontinental Title: Likely Lynch vs. Valkyria or Bayley, pending fallout
Night of Champions Stakes
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Rhodes vs. Orton promises to majorly shift the main event scene, especially with Rhodes’s summer trajectory.
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Cargill vs. Asuka presents the ascension of a new female superstar.
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Gunther vs. Goldberg is a career-defining moment, given Goldberg’s impending retirement.
Conclusion
Monday Night Raw (June 23, 2025) delivered a powerful go-home show packed with storytelling substance and match quality. From Rollins’s mic dominance to Breakker’s brutality, to tournament upsets, the show successfully established the narrative foundations ahead of Saudi Arabia’s Night of Champions.
With emphatic tournament results, championship drama, and building rivalries, WWE Raw continues to elevate momentum toward a blockbuster weekend that promises legacy-defining moments. Fans should grab their popcorn—it’s going to be a thrilling summer.
