The latest WWE Raw episode on SyFy was filled with exciting matches and developments leading up to WWE SummerSlam 2024. The show featured Seth Rollins announcing official rules for CM Punk and Drew McIntyre’s grudge match, as well as matchups including Xavier Woods vs. Karrion Kross, Finn Balor vs. GUNTHER, and a six-woman tag team match. Last week’s broadcast drew 1.793 million viewers, indicating a strong audience engagement with the ongoing storylines within WWE.
One of the highlights of the show was Seth Rollins’ segment where he laid out rules for the upcoming match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. Rollins, wearing a flamboyant referee shirt, garnered cheers from the fans while McIntyre appeared to be the crowd favorite in this rivalry. McIntyre’s taunting of Punk and the anticipation for a potential interference from outside elements added to the excitement of the segment. The Creed Brothers also secured a victory over Otis and Akira Tozawa, showcasing their dominance in the tag team division.
In other matches, Bronson Reed defeated Sheamus in a hard-fought battle, Jey Uso emerged victorious against Carlito, and Karrion Kross bested Xavier Woods in a heated showdown. Additionally, Sami Zayn claimed a victory over Dominik Mysterio via disqualification, setting the stage for future developments in their ongoing feud. The team of Sonya Deville, Shayna Baszler, and Zoey Stark also secured a win against Kayden Carter, Katana Chance, and Lyra Valkyria in a six-woman tag team match.
The WWE Raw ratings have shown consistency in recent weeks, with the July 29 episode drawing 1.793 million viewers. This steady viewership indicates a strong fan interest in the current storylines and matchups leading up to WWE SummerSlam 2024. The ticket sales for the event at XCel Energy in St. Paul, Minn. also reflected a positive response, with 11,788 tickets distributed and only 659 tickets available.
As WWE Raw continues to build towards SummerSlam, the anticipation for matches such as CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre, Xavier Woods vs. Karrion Kross, and Finn Balor vs. GUNTHER continues to grow. With a mix of established stars and emerging talents, the show promises to deliver action-packed entertainment for fans around the world. Stay tuned for more updates and developments as WWE Raw prepares for its next big event.
