WWE RAW Preview for March 16, 2026: Confirmed Matches, Start Time and How to Watch

The March 16, 2026 episode of Monday Night Raw is expected to be a strong show. As WWE continues building toward WrestleMania 42, the company has planned several solid matches and segments to keep fans engaged throughout the night.

Roman Reigns Appearance

Roman Reigns is set to make his return on Raw this week and he’s expected to respond to CM Punk’s controversial remarks about his father, Sika. So we’ll have to see what Reigns will have to say to the Second City Saint.

Brock Lesnar Returns Following WrestleMania Open Challenge

Brock Lesnar will also make his return to Raw this Monday after issuing a massive open challenge for WrestleMania. During the February 23 episode of Raw, Lesnar appeared alongside Paul Heyman and challenged anyone in the WWE locker room to step up and face the Beast Incarnate at WrestleMania. So it remains to be seen who will answer Lesnar’s challenge once and for all.

Women’s Intercontinental Championship: AJ Lee (c) vs. Bayley

The Women’s Intercontinental Championship will also be on the line as AJ Lee defends her title against Bayley. Bayley earned the opportunity after winning a gauntlet match last week to become the number one contender. She now faces AJ Lee, who captured the championship at Elimination Chamber by defeating Becky Lynch. So, fans are waiting ot see whether Bayley will manage to win the title once and for all.

Other Matches and Segments

Nattie Neidhart will go one-on-one with Maxxine Dupri. Dominik Mysterio and the remaining members of Judgment Day will also make an appearance after kicking out Finn Balor last week.

That’s not all as Stephanie Vaquer will face Raquel Rodriguez in a non-title match and the “Original” El Grande Americano will duke it out with El Grande Americano of Los Americanos in singles competition.

WWE RAW Lineup for March 16, 2026 Episode:

• Roman Reigns Appearance
• Brock Lesnar Returns Following WrestleMania Open Challenge
• Women’s Intercontinental Championship: AJ Lee (c) vs. Bayley
• “Original” El Grande Americano vs. El Grande Americano
• Stephanie Vaquer vs. Raquel Rodriguez
• Dominik Mysterio & The Judgment Day to appear
• Maxxine Dupri vs. Nattie

Final Thoughts on WWE RAW for March 16, 2026

Tonight’s episode of Monday Night RAW will be one to remember. With the likes of Roman Reigns and more being present for the show, it’s certain fans wouldn’t want to miss out. Ringside News will be providing live play-by-play coverage of this week’s show over in our WWE Monday Night RAW coverage hub. It promises to be a memorable episode for many reasons, so it remains to be seen how the episode will turn out.

Where to Watch WWE RAW on March 16, 2026

Monday Night RAW will air live from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, starting at 8 PM ET. Fans can stream the entire show on Netflix as the new era of WWE continues to gain steam.