The , episode of WWE RAW , broadcast from Tampa, Florida, served as the first show of the year and heavily focused on building momentum for the upcoming Royal Rumble. The night featured a major Last Man Standing Match between Braun Strowman and Sami Zayn , a United States Championship defense by Roman Reigns , and the debut of " The Kevin Owens Show " featuring Goldberg . WWE RAW Match Results (1/2/2017) Stipulation / Context Seth Rollins vs. Kevin Owens Loser barred from ringside for U.S. Title match Seth Rollins (via DQ) Braun Strowman vs. Sami Zayn Last Man Standing Match Braun Strowman Roman Reigns (c) vs. Chris Jericho United States Championship Roman Reigns Bayley vs. Nia Jax #1 Contender Match for Raw Women's Title Bayley Karl Anderson vs. Cesaro Singles Match Karl Anderson Xavier Woods vs. Titus O'Neil Singles Match Xavier Woods TJ Perkins vs. Brian Kendrick Cruiserweight Match TJ Perkins Drew Gulak vs. Cedric Alexander Cruiserweight Match Drew Gulak Rusev & Jinder Mahal vs. Big Cass 2-on-1 Handicap Match Rusev & Jinder Mahal Major Show Highlights WWE Raw: Jan. 2, 2017