5 things you need to know before tonight's WWE Monday Night RAW (May 6th, 2019)

In just a few hours, the U.S. Bank Arena in Cincinnati, Ohio will host the latest instalment of WWE Monday Night RAW.

With the Superstar Shake-up now behind us, WWE and its fans turn towards Money in the Bank, which will take place on May 19.

The tenth iteration of the event, this year's show promises two huge Ladder matches, where a Superstar can make a name for themselves overnight with just one, epic performance.

But as for tonight, there's plenty to get excited for, as one of SmackDown Live's very top stars has threatened to invade the show!

Aside from that, there has been plenty already announced, but expect some surprises along the way.

Here are five things you really need to know before tonight's edition of WWE Monday Night RAW.

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#1 Money talks

Which RAW Superstar will make their presence felt tonight just two weeks away from Money in the Bank?

We are less than two weeks away from one of the most exciting nights of the WWE calendar: Money in the Bank.

One of the most anticipated shows of the year, the night will feature two of the titular ladder matches, which will guarantee a life-changing championship opportunity for whoever emerges victorious.

For the men's match, Ricochet, Baron Corbin, Drew McIntyre and Braun Strowman will be repping the red brand, whilst Natalya, Naomi, Alexa Bliss and Dana Brooke will be representing RAW in the women's match.

For Strowman and Bliss, they are very familiar with what it takes to win Money in the Bank, and are hoping to do so again this year.

Who will make their mark tonight on RAW, as we barrel down the road to WWE Money in the Bank?

#2 Mysterio-Joe continues

Though he came up short at WrestleMania, Mysterio defeated Samoa Joe on RAW recently.

At WrestleMania 35, Rey Mysterio hoped to add the United States title to his trophy cabinet which is already filled with World, Cruiserweight, Intercontinental and Tag Team gold.

Unfortunately for Rey, this dream was shattered in one minute by Samoa Joe, who decimated the masked marvel to retain.

Though this was quite the loss, Mysterio isn't known as the Ultimate Underdog for nothing and isn't taking this loss laying down.

Last week, Mysterio defeated The Samoan Submission Machine in a non-title match, leaving Joe shaken in the ring and Rey’s son Dominick one proud lad.

Could Mysterio earn another shot at the star-spangled strap, one of the few championships that has eluded him?

If so, it'll be another feather in the cap for what has been a truly Hall of Fame-worthy career.

#3 The Phenomenal One crashes the contract signing

The Phenomenal One has vowed to become Universal Champion at Money in the Bank.

Last week on Monday Night RAW we saw a contract signing, and though I'm sure you'll be shocked to hear this, it didn't go according to plan!

As AJ Styles and Universal Champion Seth Rollins made their title match official for Money in the Banks, it was Styles who made his presence felt, sending the Beastslayer through a table with a crippling Phenomenal Forearm.

Styles is hungry to once again taste championship gold, after his last year-long reign as WWE Champion ended in November last year.

It'll be interesting to see what the two world-class athletes have in store tonight.

If Styles continues on this wave of momentum for the next two weeks, we could see the crowning of a new WWE Universal Champion at Money in the Bank.

#4 The Lady takes it to The Man

Evans will face Becky Lynch at Money in the Bank, though the Man will also face Charlotte Flair.

In the few months that Lacey Evans has been on the main roster, the former US Marine has certainly made a name for herself.

After weeks of verbal taunts and sneak attacks on Money in the Bank opponent Becky Lynch, Evans delivered some straight fists to The Man, brutalizing the RAW and SmackDown Women's Champion last week on RAW.

Lynch is still riding high after her historic WrestleMania victory, but with two matches scheduled for the pay per view, many are expecting Evans to walk away not only with the win, but with the RAW Women's Championship as well.

And if Charlotte Flair is able to get one over on her old nemesis, The Man may have to start going by the moniker Becky No Belts.

#5 The Big Dog to defy WWE orders

The Big Dog has said he will show up on RAW tonight, despite being a SmackDown Live Superstar.

Roman Reigns may be a SmackDown Live Superstar, but the former World Champion has made it clear he plans on showing up tonight on Monday Night RAW.

Though an official statement by WWE haw said Reigns is banned from appearing on the red brand following the Superstar Shake-up, we all know that the Big Dog has never been known for following rules by the company.

After all, Roman certainly made an impact on his debut for the blue brand, attacking Mr. McMahon, and has had his share of problems with McMahon's son Shane in recent weeks.

Though WWE are hoping that Reigns won't appear, expect the Big Dog to do just that, as he hopes to settle what he's called "unfinished business" with someone from the RAW roster.