The July 20 episode of WWE Raw, held in Detroit's Little Caesar's Arena, showcased a mix of intense rivalries and intriguing storylines, setting the stage for the upcoming SummerSlam event. The show's main event saw LA Knight's continued battle against The Bloodline, with a particular focus on Seth Rollins' recent attack on Roman Reigns. The night's action-packed lineup also featured the return of Danhausen to his hometown, a tag team match between The Vision and Alpha Academy, and a heated confrontation between Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu.
One of the standout matches was the opening bout between Max Dupri and Logan Paul's team and Je'Von Evans and Dragon Lee. The high-energy performance of Evans and Lee, reminiscent of the dynamic duo of Paul London and Brian Kendrick, kept the heels on their toes. Despite the interference from Dupri and Paul, the match was a refreshing start to the show, introducing a new team and building heat for The Vision's rivalry with Alpha Academy.
The segment involving Danhausen, JD McDonagh, and The Judgment Day was a brief affair, with Danhausen proposing to give away his 'human monies' to the fans. This led to a match between McDonagh and Oba Femi, with Femi dominating and squashing McDonagh, showcasing his potential as a future world champion. The backstage vignettes, however, were seen as a distraction, with Femi's focus on his upcoming Hell in a Cell match with Brock Lesnar.
The main event saw LA Knight take on Jacob Fatu, with a strong promo from Knight before the match. While the match itself lacked a spark, the run-ins from Solo Sikoa and the Bloodline members added intensity, leading to a post-match beatdown that earned the faction some much-needed heat. Knight's promo, however, was praised for its intensity and conviction, showcasing his potential as a main eventer.
In summary, the episode of Raw served as a placeholder, with some strong in-ring action and intriguing storylines, but it may not leave a lasting impact as SummerSlam approaches. The show's focus on building momentum for key matches and storylines, rather than major story developments, suggests that it was a strategic step in the lead-up to the summer pay-per-view event.
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