Wwe Raw Live 1/2/23 Вђ“ 2nd January 2023 -

: Solo Sikoa defeated Elias in a brutal encounter that featured guitars, drum kits, and even an appearance by country star Hardy. Sikoa finished Elias with a "Spinning Solo" onto a piano. Championship Contests and Key Results

The episode featured two major title matches that saw both champions retain through unconventional means. Raw: Jan. 2, 2023 WWE Raw Live 1/2/23 вЂ“ 2nd January 2023

The show opened with a chaotic "hostile takeover" led by The Bloodline ( The Usos , Sami Zayn , and Solo Sikoa ), who declared their dominance over the red brand. This forced WWE official Adam Pearce to schedule immediate matches for the faction as punishment. : Solo Sikoa defeated Elias in a brutal

The January 2, 2023, edition of WWE Raw marked the first broadcast of the new year, delivering a night defined by a hostile takeover from The Bloodline and two high-stakes championship matches. Held at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, the event served as a critical jumping-off point for the Royal Rumble season, highlighting Austin Theory’s calculated defense of his United States Title and the psychological unraveling of Alexa Bliss. The Bloodline’s Hostile Takeover Raw: Jan

: The Bloodline defeated Kevin Owens and The Street Profits. Sami Zayn secured the win for his team by hitting a Helluva Kick on Montez Ford.