Tonight’s episode of WWE Raw is set to take place at the Forest National Arena in Brussels, Belgium, as the excitement builds towards WrestleMania 41, scheduled for the weekend of April 19 and 20. Fans will be treated to a live broadcast of the show on Netflix at 3 PM ET, effectively transforming it into "Monday Afternoon Raw" for viewers in the U.S.

The highlight of the evening is the long-awaited return of John Cena, who has stirred up controversy and curiosity since he shockingly turned heel on Cody Rhodes over two weeks ago at the Elimination Chamber event. Cena will be sharing the spotlight with Rhodes, and fans are eager for an explanation from the superstar about his drastic shift in character.

Expectations are high as Cena enters the arena, but WWE may choose to keep him silent to build more tension and heat. If they want Cena to truly embody his new villainous persona, he could be seen inflicting damage on R-Truth to establish his dark side further, particularly after a tense backstage segment involving Rhodes and Truth that was never aired on SmackDown.

As fans prepare for Cena’s entrance, there’s speculation about how he will present himself as a heel. Will he keep his familiar entrance music? Will his signature colorful ring attire make an appearance, or will he adopt a darker, more menacing look? Cena has had ample time to plan this heel turn, and anticipation is high for what new strategies and mic skills he’s ready to unleash on fans and critics alike.

WWE Champion Cody Rhodes has expressed his frustrations over Cena’s absence, explosively calling him a devious “moron.” However, Rhodes must execute his responses carefully; a reckless confrontation could result in him losing the upper hand. Timing is crucial for Rhodes, as he aims to confront Cena at the right moment without appearing desperate.

In addition to Cena's return, tonight's Raw card is packed with exciting matchups:

Match Card

- **Finn Balor vs. Bron Breakker (Intercontinental Championship Match):** Balor claims Breakker’s reign is bolstered by The Judgment Day, and tonight Bron will look to prove him wrong. If Balor falls short, questions arise regarding his future standing within the faction.

- **Penta vs. Ludwig Kaiser (No Disqualification Match):** This match will allow Penta to showcase his aggressive side without restrictions. Meanwhile, the numbers game could come into play, raising the stakes for Penta to call upon his ally Rey Fenix.

- **Dakota Kai vs. Ivy Nile:** Both competitors are looking to rebound from recent losses. Their prior encounter saw Kai victorious, but Nile may adopt a more aggressive approach to change the narrative.

- **Jey Uso vs. Austin Theory:** After a win over Grayson Waller last week, Uso looks to continue his momentum against Theory. With World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER in the wings, Uso must remain vigilant to avoid being choked out again.

- **Contract Signing:** Women’s World Champion IYO SKY and Bianca Belair will formally sign the contract that sets their WrestleMania title match in stone. However, Rhea Ripley could have plans of her own to secure her place in the match.

- **Seth Rollins’ Appearance:** Following his cage match victory over CM Punk last week, will Rollins take the opportunity to confront Roman Reigns as tensions escalate among the trio?

Other intriguing narratives to keep an eye on include the mysterious luchador who recently helped New Day, potential title matches for Raquel Rodriguez against Women’s Intercontinental Champion Lyra Valkyria, and the looming questions surrounding the absence of stars like Becky Lynch and Sheamus on this festive St. Patrick's Day.

What surprises are in store for WWE fans tonight? Tune in to Raw to witness the fallout and excitement unfold!