6 Surprises At First WWE Raw Of 2026

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With at least one major bout already known for the first episode of WWE Raw in 2026, there could be some fun surprises sprinkled throughout as well.

Set to kick off their second year on Netflix on January 5, there could be some major surprises coming to the first edition of the show in 2026.

Here are six potential surprises at the first WWE Raw of 2026.

6. Chris Jericho Returns

While some fans expect that the big return of Chris Jericho to WWE could end up being delayed until later in the month at the Royal Rumble, it might make sense to subvert expectations and see Jericho arrive on the first WWE Raw of 2026 instead.

Having been out of action in AEW since early April, Jericho’s next moves have been carefully watched and hotly debated as it seems he may be on the verge of re-signing with WWE.

Definitely a character that will make a major impact in the event he does return to the WWE roster, it will be fascinating to see what iteration of the legendary star pops up next.

With the first ever Royal Rumble in Riyadh set for January 31, 2026 — if Jericho doesn’t make a return at the first WWE Raw of the the year — he very well could pop-up in the Rumble instead.

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