This week, the WWE will present the final edition of "Monday Night RAW" before Battleground and the brand split in what should be an episode featuring heavy buildup.
The flagship show emanates live from the Dunkin Donuts Center in Providence, R.I. on Monday night and will be the last episode to feature the full rosters as they will be divided into "RAW" and "SmackDown" brands on Tuesday. With six nights until Battleground at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., there is plenty to focus on.
Here are five things to watch for this week on "RAW." View our latest fantsy mock draft here.
1) Title Fight
Dean Ambrose is set to defend his WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Seth Rollins on this final edition of "RAW" before the Draft. The outcome of the match should have huge implications over where the WWE Championship will end up come Tuesday. The "Lunatic Fringe" and "The Architect" are set to face-off at Battleground this Sunday in a match that will also include their former Shield brethren Roman Reigns, who will be finished with his 30-day suspension.
2) Running The Show
Vince McMahon announced last week that his daughter Stephanie McMahon will oversee "RAW" going forward, while his son Shane McMahon will be in charge of "SmackDown." He also stated that both of his children will pick their own respective general managers, which are set to be revealed on "RAW." There have been plenty of rumors as to who may be given the reins -- with one popular name being Daniel Bryan.
3) Midcard Mayhem
There are several of storylines going on over the midcard titles in the WWE. Rusev is preparing for a match against Zack Ryder at Battleground where he'll defend his United States Championship, while The Miz is set to battle the newly pushed Darren Young, who won a Battle Royal last week to become No. 1 contender for the Intercontinental Championship.In the tag division, title-holders The New Day are set for war with The Wyatt Family in six-man action this Sunday.
4) Banking On A Partner
In the women's division, the WWE is finally going through with the push for Sasha Banks. The company has teased that "The Boss" will find a mystery partner to take on WWE Women's Champion Charlotte and Dana Brooke at Battleground this Sunday. There are several ladies Banks could choose from and one popular theory is that NXT star Bayley will be called up for the Draft and help her pink-haired friend out.
5) Battle Lines
Rounding out the Battleground card, the WWE will continue to build toward several other matches this week. Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens, John Cena, Enzo Amore & Big Cass vs. The Club and Becky Lynch vs. Natalya will all be programs that are showcased this week.
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