With the huge announcement that Batista is returning to WWE, 2014 is already shaping up to be an exciting year. But let’s not forget about 2013 just yet. In fact, rumor has it The Authority is looking to shake things up and the WWE Universe is waiting with baited breath to see what they have planned. Here are five things to look forward to on the year’s final Raw, tonight at 8/7 CT on USA Network.

1. Going out with a bang

Of all the year-end festivities set to unfold on tonight’s New Year’s Raw, it would appear that The Authority has a few more surprises in store for the WWE Universe. Locker-room sources are abuzz that WWE COO Triple H and Stephanie McMahon are at Raw and plan to end the year with some truly “blockbuster” announcements that will shake things up heading into 2014. What does the corporate power have in store?

2. Intercontinental Title up for grabs

After winning a Christmas Present on a Pole Match against Dolph Ziggler, Fandango two-stepped himself into a title opportunity against Intercontinental Champion Big E Langston. Will the dancing Superstar kick off the New Year with his first title win in WWE, or will Big E’s raw power put a Big Ending on Fandango’s dreams?

3. World’s largest New Year’s baby

The New Year means a fresh new start for everyone in the WWE Universe. Ring in 2014 with WWE's 7-foot, 450-pound New Year's “baby,” Big Show. What will unfold when The World’s Largest Athlete dons a diaper to say goodbye to 2013?

4. The Animal to hunt again

The WWE Universe received major news on a special Raw Christmas — Batista is returning to WWE! With the entire locker room instantly put on notice, who or what will The Animal have in his sights when he comes to Raw on Jan. 20? In the meantime, what might The Authority and other Superstars have to say about his imminent return?

Vote: Who do you most want to see Batista fight when he returns?

5. What’s next for John Cena?

Although John Cena failed to be crowned The Champion of Champions at WWE TLC, it’s a safe bet the Cenation leader will not let this devastating defeat keep him down for long. Will Cena make a bid for a rematch with WWE World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton? What’s next for the 14-time World Champ? Usher in the New Year tonight at 8/7 CT on USA Network.