WWE Monday Night Raw: UK start time, segments announced and who was the masked attacker?

Just who was that masked attacker who involved themselves in matches featuring CM Punk, LA Knight and Rey Mysterio over the course of the last month?

Why, it was Austin Theory all along.

The Vision-adjacent superstar has been the secret weapon for Seth Rollins, but the question remains—why?

Tonight, we expect to hear from Theory himself. Is this a new alliance built on mutual respect, or is there a more calculated, sinister motive behind Theory’s assistance?

Or will someone such as CM Punk or Rey Mysterio step up and ask questions on behalf of the WWE Universe? Maybe they might just end up having a Christmas dinner-sized brawl before Christmas Day arrives this year.

Alongside questions being (hopefully) answered, we have ‘The Eradicator’ taking on ‘The Empress’ ahead of a WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship match, a prodigy meeting a mentor, and an NXT superstar looking to keep the WWE Universe bouncing since his debut on the Red Brand not too long ago.

Here is your pre-Christmas WWE Monday Night Raw preview, including what time to tune in this week in the UK.

What time is WWE Monday Night Raw starting in the UK tonight?

Another late night for members of the UK WWE Universe this evening, with Monday Night Raw airing live on Netflix from 1am on December 30.

On-demand repeats will be available through the streaming service shortly after the show’s initial broadcast.

What has been announced for WWE Monday Night Raw tonight?

Alongside superstars announced for this evening’s episode, including Austin Theory, CM Punk, Stephanie Vaquer, Gunther, Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, Nikki Bella and Maxxine Dupri, the following matches have been announced for Monday Night Raw.

Rhea Ripley v ASUKA

Two weeks before Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY get their shot at the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships, ‘The Eradicator’ has the opportunity to build massive momentum in Grand Rapids.

Ripley goes one-on-one with ASUKA, who is looking to bounce back after the Kabuki Warriors were upset by Nia Jax and Lash Legend this past Friday.

With a rivalry dating back to WrestleMania 37, expect these two to hold nothing back in this high-stakes chapter.

Bayley v Roxanne Perez

The Women's Tag Team Division is currently the hottest in the company, and while "RHIYO" are the current No. 1 Contenders, teams like Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss and Bayley & Lyra Valkyria are jockeying for position.

Tonight, Bayley looks to rebound from a tough Saturday Night's Main Event loss as she takes on her former mentee, Roxanne Perez.

Representing The Judgment Day, ‘The Prodigy’ is desperate to prove she has surpassed her teacher.

Je'Von Evans v Rayo Americano

Monday Night Raw is about to get bouncey!

Fresh off his impressive performance at Saturday Night's Main Event, the 21-year-old NXT sensation Je'Von Evans steps back into the spotlight. General Manager Adam Pearce is clearly impressed with the youngster, who many believe is destined for a permanent Raw call-up.

He faces Rayo Americano tonight in what promises to be a high-flying showcase.

Will WWE Friday Night SmackDown air at the same time this Boxing Day?

That it will - so it’s another late night in the UK, but at least you’ve the Christmas dinner leftovers to keep you fed while you wait.

WWE Friday Night SmackDown is set to air in the United Kingdom from 1am on December 27, so no changes despite it being in the middle of Twixmas.

But if you’re still feeling the effects of your Christmas dinner, an unabridged, on-demand stream of the event will be available on Netflix shortly after the initial broadcast.

Looking for an activity with the family this Christmas away from the TV screen? Check out our 30-question Christmas quiz, including our round dedicated to Christmas in Yorkshire.