Kansas City, Missouri – The 2024 WWE draft concluded with Night 2 on this week’s episode of Monday Night Raw. Exciting new storylines are set to unfold, bringing fresh rivalries for WWE fans to enjoy.
The draft results revealed full rosters for Raw and SmackDown. Notable picks include Damian Priest as the World Heavyweight Champion, Becky Lynch as the Women’s World Champion, and Awesome Truth as the World Tag Team Champions.
Raw’s first pick, Imperium, consisting of Gunther and Ludwig Kaiser, made an impact with Gunther dominating in a match against Xavier Woods of The New Day. Gunther is a favorite to win this year’s King of the Ring tournament, signaling big opportunities ahead for him on Raw.
Braun Strowman’s return to WWE after over a year marked an intriguing moment in the draft. The third round featured Drew McIntyre expressing disappointment at being drafted lower than expected, leading to a confrontation with CM Punk.
Former NXT Champion Ilja Dragunov joined Raw, adding his exciting style to the main roster. The draft also saw the arrival of Lyra Valkyria, former NXT Women’s Champion, setting the stage for potential clashes with Becky Lynch.
The Final Testament led by Karrion Kross moved to Raw, while SmackDown made a strategic pick with Blair Davenport. With the whereabouts of Roman Reigns still uncertain, the draft continues to bring surprises and anticipation for WWE fans.
The new rosters will go into effect on May 6, following the Backlash France premium live event. The draft saw Raw general manager Adam Pearce securing advantages over SmackDown GM Nick Aldis, setting the stage for intense competition between the brands in the upcoming season.