Penta WWE Raw Intercontinental Title Open Challenge Opponent

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With the road to WrestleMania 42 quickly zooming towards Las Vegas, a WWE Intercontinental Championship feud hasn’t been established.

Rather, Penta has issued an open challenge for the championship on WWE Raw, a move that could end up shaking up the future of the WrestleMania card.

Here are seven potential opponents that could answer an open challenge from Penta on WWE Raw for the Intercontinental Championship.

7. Rusev

One potential star in the hunt for a shot at the Intercontinental Championship in might be Rusev.

Able to answer an open challenge in order to face Penta for the Intercontinental Championship, Rusev could certainly put up a formidable fight.

With the result able to go either way and still lead to some compelling future storylines, the match could serve as the first of several between the talented stars, including a round two.

Definitely able to face off again in singles or multi-man action for the IC title at WrestleMania 42, there could be seeds for the future planted on this week’s WWE Raw.

6. Kofi Kingston

One of the most compelling heels on WWE Raw remains Kofi Kingston, despite his New Day partner Xavier Woods’ injury.

Continuing to engage in backstage segments with a variety of characters, Kingston has teased potentially challenging Penta for the Intercontinental Championship.

Certainly able to engage in a compelling singles bout, the clash between Penta and Kingston could end up being a show stealer in the end that sets the stage for a future showdown.

Inevitably when the Lucha Brothers (Penta and Rey Fenix) reunite in WWE, their collision course through the division will likely meet up with The New Day.

5. Sheamus

One returning name that could answer an open challenge by Penta for the Intercontinental Championship might be Sheamus.

Out of action since December 2025 when he was removed from action during the Last Time Is Now tournament, Sheamus still is hunting one important WWE achievement.

Similarly to John Cena before his final months in WWE, Sheamus’ Grand Slam is missing an Intercontinental Championship victory.

Potentially being a vehicle for not only a surprise return to action from Sheamus but also the crowning achievement to secure his place in the history books, there could be a memorable WWE Raw return moment coming soon.

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