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The RAW after WrestleMania has taken on a life of its own. The flagship brand typically works to progress storylines until the next pay-per-view. Over time, the show after 'Mania has become a spectacle of its own.
The show usually showcases great matches, new storylines, and big-name returns.
Over the past few years, fans have seen superstars make their triumphant returns on the RAW after WrestleMania. Wrestlers like Finn Balor, Bobby Lashley, and Brock Lesnar have all made a splash on the red brand following the showcase of the immortals.
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Fans have also seen shock debuts following the RAW after WrestleMania. Former Divas Champion Paige famously won the title in her first main roster match on the RAW after 'Mania. Legends such as Goldberg and Mankind also made their debuts on the show.
The grandest stage of them all is just around the corner and fans expect big things. With WrestleMania a few days away, who could turn up the night after?
Let's take a look at five potential names fans could see show up on the RAW after WrestleMania.
#5 Becky Lynch returns to RAW following maternity leave
Could fans see Becky Lynch return to RAW after WrestleMania?
The Irish Lasskicker has been away from WWE for months on maternity leave following the announcement that she was with child. This turn of events led to Lynch relinquishing her title to Asuka after last year's Money In The Bank.
The Man has since had her baby and seems to be adapting to a mother's life quite well. In that time, we've seen her partner return to the ring. Seth Rollins has made a name for himself on SmackDown, leading many fans to assume that it's only a matter of time before we see Lynch in a WWE ring again.
It also makes sense from a storyline perspective. Lynch never lost her RAW Women's Championship and was forced to give up the belt due to her pregnancy. She has just as big a claim to the belt as anyone else, so The Man's return would be a welcome surprise among the WWE Universe.
#4 Karrion Kross debuts on the RAW after WrestleMania
Tick Tock: Time could be running out for the red brand. Karrion Kross could make his debut on the RAW after WrestleMania. Rumors suggest WWE backstage is high on Kross as a performer, and it's easy to see why.
Kross has been booked like a monster in NXT. He's rolled through the likes of Tomasso Ciampa and Keith Lee and even captured the NXT title in record time. Unfortunately, an ill-timed shoulder injury put him on the shelf for a few months.
Now that he's back, the man already has his eyes on the prize. Kross is set to face Finn Balor for the NXT Championship at TakeOver: Stand & Deliver. If proven unsuccessful in his efforts, Kross could make the jump to RAW.
WWE clearly has plans for the guy. It's not often someone is so dominant in NXT that they get the feel of the main roster monster about them. Kross making his debut on RAW just makes sense at this point for all parties involved.
#3 Aleister Black returns to WWE TV on RAW
Aleister Black could potentially return on the RAW after WrestleMania. The brooding superstar hasn't been seen in WWE for months since he was in action in October in a losing effort against Kevin Owens.
This led many fans to wonder why he's been away. Reports state that Vince McMahon just doesn't get his appeal, which has led to creative not having anything for him. It's also been reported that Black is dealing with minor injuries and is taking time to return to the ring.
After the departure of his wife, Zelina Vega, fans wondered if we'd ever see Black in a WWE ring again. It would be a shame if we didn't as the flagship show needs work rate wrestlers. SmackDown currently has a bloated midcard that includes Big E, Apollo Crews, and Sami Zayn.
Andrade's departure has made RAW's midcard feel anemic. There's a need for workhorses on the red brand at the moment, and Black would fit the bill perfectly.
#2 Adam Cole debuts on the RAW after WrestleMania
Adam Cole could make his debut on the RAW after WrestleMania. Cole has been a star on the rise since arriving in NXT. Now that the Undisputed Era is over, it's only a matter of time before he finds his way onto the flagship show.
Cole will blow off a blood feud with Kyle O'Reilly at next week's NXT Takeover. The rivalry is rooted in Cole's actions which led to the breakup of the UE.
The match will undoubtedly be a cracker, and given the stakes in their upcoming bout, it would be a fantastic way to end his NXT career. Following a win or loss, Cole should then appear on RAW after 'Mania.
The fact of the matter is that Cole is too big of a star to keep in NXT forever. His charisma, in-ring abilities, and match psychology are all main roster caliber.
He's destined for greatness in WWE. What better way to ring in the future than to bring in Adam Cole on the RAW after WrestleMania?
#1 Ronda Rousey finally returns to WWE on RAW
"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey could return to WWE on the RAW after WrestleMania. The self-proclaimed "Baddest Woman on the Planet" hasn't been seen in WWE since she lost to Becky Lynch at WrestleMania 35.
A return to the ring has never been out of the question for Rousey. Although she voiced her displeasure with the fans, many feel she did this in the name of kayfabe.
The tail end of Rousey's time in WWE showcased her as a bitter contender who resented the fans' attitude towards her.
It's also easy to forget how well she handled herself in the ring. The Rowdy One put on great bouts with the likes of Alexa Bliss and Sasha Banks. She also held her own in the aforementioned 'Mania match.
Despite the fans' feelings, Ronda is a superstar. Bringing her back in would be a draw for the company. What better way to flaunt RAW's significance by resuming the former UFC champ's WWE career?
