The July 7 episode of WWE Monday Night Raw delivered major story developments, hard-hitting matches, and high-stakes drama as the road to Saturday Night’s Main Event continues. Broadcasting live from Providence, the show featured five matches and a fiery face-off between Goldberg and Gunther ahead of their World Heavyweight Championship clash.
Goldberg Confronts Gunther Ahead of Title Bout
Gunther opened the night with a tense promo addressing his upcoming showdown with Goldberg. However, before he could finish, Goldberg stormed the ring and forced the champion to retreat. The intensity of their confrontation further fueled anticipation for their title match at Saturday Night’s Main Event on July 12.
Kairi Sane Defeats Roxanne Perez in Opener
The evening kicked off with Kairi Sane taking on WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Roxanne Perez in singles action. Despite interference attempts from Raquel Rodriguez, Sane held her own and scored the pinfall victory, solidifying her momentum in the women’s division.
Bron Breakker Dominates Injured Sami Zayn
In a lopsided second bout, Bron Breakker took on an injured Sami Zayn. At one point, Michael Cole openly questioned whether the match should be stopped. Breakker’s dominant performance ended with a decisive pinfall, continuing his rise through Raw’s ranks.
Jey Uso Wins by DQ After Chair Assault
Former World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso battled Bronson Reed, a member of Seth Rollins’ new faction. The match ended in a disqualification after Reed threw a chair at Uso, signaling that Rollins’ crew is willing to take any shortcut to assert dominance.
El Grande Americano Reveals Steel-Plated Mask in Win
El Grande Americano faced Dragon Lee in a high-energy lucha-style match. Americano picked up the win via pinfall, but the post-match reveal of a hidden steel plate inside his mask raised serious questions about his tactics and future matches.
Seth Rollins Defeats Penta, LA Knight Strikes Back
In the main event, Seth Rollins defeated Penta in a grueling back-and-forth contest. Just when Rollins and his faction seemed ready to celebrate, LA Knight attacked, clearing the ring and standing tall as Raw went off the air. The brawl hints at a brewing rivalry that could erupt in the coming weeks.
With Goldberg chasing Gunther, Rollins’ faction asserting itself, and the Queen and King of the Ring tournaments nearing their conclusion, WWE Raw continues to push forward with compelling storylines during its Netflix run.
Where to Watch WWE Raw
Catch new episodes of WWE Monday Night Raw every Monday night at 7 p.m. CST, streaming live on Netflix. For tickets and venue info, visit the Target Center. Stay updated on all match announcements and official news at WWE.com.
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