5 Surprises for RAW: Huge return after a year, Popular duo to get unexpected title shot?

#2. Braun Strowman somehow remains in the WWE Championship picture on RAW

Braun Strowman post-match

Braun Strowman was arguably the best star from RAW at WrestleMania Backlash. Despite losing, he put on an incredible performance in the WWE Title match, and Bobby Lashley will walk into RAW with the WWE Championship intact.

.@BraunStrowman and @DMcIntyreWWE are DESTROYING each other!#WMBacklash #WWETitle @fightbobby pic.twitter.com/Y2hNxWbB95

— WWE (@WWE) May 17, 2021

Despite causing destruction, Strowman was the one who ate the pinfall. Drew McIntyre hit a Claymore Kick on Braun Strowman and Bobby Lashley stormed in despite the odds and threw McIntyre out, allowing himself to pin The Monster Among Men.

It seems like a clear indication that Strowman is out of the Championship picture on RAW. It would be a bit surprising if WWE stuck with him despite taking the pinfall.

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#1. Alexa Bliss finally gets her target

Alexa Bliss

Alexa Bliss has had her sights set on somebody on RAW. A couple of weeks ago, Lily was seen subtly in the background behind Sonya Deville in one segment, and Angel Garza in the next.

"Meet my new friend Lily."#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/k5Ped2cFus

— WWE (@WWE) April 13, 2021

Last week, she had her eyes on one of these women - Nia Jax, Shayna Baszler, Charlotte Flair, Asuka, Dana Brooke, and Mandy Rose. The last two seem to be the most likely options.

It's the kind of story that requires a build, which is why it would be surprising if she announces who she is targeting on RAW itself.