WWE Raw delivered a high-energy, storyline-driven episode from Quebec City, effectively setting the stage for Clash in Paris (Aug 31). The show balanced explosive tag matches, title defenses, and escalating feuds, particularly centering around CM Punk’s fallout from SummerSlam.
🎥 Opening Promo: CM Punk
Raw kicked off with CM Punk entering to electrifying cheers, declaring that he should still be World Heavyweight Champion. LA Knight joined him, offering solidarity. Just as momentum built, The Vision (Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed), flanked by Seth Rollins and Paul Heyman, stormed the ring, setting up immediate tension.
1️⃣ Tag Match: Dominik Mysterio & El Grande Americano vs. AJ Styles & Dragon Lee
In an unexpected pairing, Dominik and El Grande Americano squared off against two high-flyers. Amid chaos, Americano attempted to use a metal plate from his mask as a weapon—but Styles disarmed him. Dominik capitalized by slipping the plate into his own mask and executing a schoolboy roll-up pin for the win.
2️⃣ Singles Match: Sami Zayn vs. Rusev (No-Contest)
Zayn and Rusev battled with intensity. Midway through, The Usos’ allies (Solo Sikoa, Tanga Loa, and J.C. Matteo—collectively MFT) interfered brutally, assaulting Zayn, leading to a no-contest. The situation exploded further as Sheamus attacked Rusev post-match, igniting a brawl that spilled into the crowd.
3️⃣ Women’s World Championship Match: Roxanne Perez vs. IYO SKY (scheduled)
This match had been highly advertised—but was abruptly canceled live when Naomi, the Women’s World Champion, was declared medically unfit to compete. In her place, Roxanne Perez stepped in and scored a surprising win over IYO SKY via roll-up pin.
4️⃣ Women’s Intercontinental Championship: Becky Lynch (c) vs. Maxxine Dupri
Becky Lynch defended her title against Maxxine Dupri in a quick, effective match. Lynch retained thanks to her signature Dis-Arm-Her submission. Post-match, tension flared as Lynch turned aggressive and attacked Natalya at ringside — hinting at ongoing friction within the women’s division.
5️⃣ Tag Match – Main Event: CM Punk & LA Knight vs. Bronson Reed & Bron Breakker (No-Contest)
The Vision’s dominion continued into the main event. Punk and Knight teamed up to face Reed & Breakker. The Vision distracted the referee, allowing Rollker & Reed to ruthlessly attack. The match ended in another no-contest. In the aftermath, Adam Pearce contrasted uncertainty with momentum by announcing that Seth Rollins will defend his title at Clash in Paris.
🤔 Closing Thoughts
This episode of Raw leaned hard into storyline advancement, delivering solid match pacing and surprising outcomes—especially Perez’s win and the double no-contests. CM Punk remained the emotional anchor, his alliance with LA Knight adding intrigue. The disruptions and cancellations (Naomi’s injury, postponed title change) created a heat dynamic that propels toward Clash in Paris.
Pros: Crisp pacing, layered storytelling, comebacks and upsets. Cons: Too many matches ending in no-contest might fatigue viewers craving clean finishes.
