Bowen’s Botches and Bodyslams: WWE RAW Results and Review August 6 2018
WWE Monday Night RAW is coming from Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena Jacksonville, Florida this week. Tonight’s card features Ronda Rousey’s first match on RAW against Alicia Fox along with Bobby Roode vs. Mojo Rawley. We are sure to get the latest build toward SummerSlam as well.
Show Opener with General Manager Kurt Angle and Constable Baron Corbin In Ring
“#RAW‘S ON!#RAW‘S ON!#RAW‘S ON!#RAW‘S ON!”
General Manager @RealKurtAngle & Constable @BaronCorbinWWE are kicking things off on @USA_Network! pic.twitter.com/iIXDPEwCL8
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
#TheBigDog is BACK in the BUILDING. #RAW @WWERomanReigns pic.twitter.com/YaE1r7uihU
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
“I just hope you kick his a**!”@RealKurtAngle keepin’ things 💯 with @WWERomanReigns about @BrockLesnar on #RAW… pic.twitter.com/LKgXA7oV0O
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
The CONSTABLE is wasting little time as @BaronCorbinWWE is ordered to go one-on-one with @WWERomanReigns RIGHT NOW on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/L78sV5qNIh
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
The insults are FLYING back and forth between @BaronCorbinWWE and @WWERomanReigns on #Raw! pic.twitter.com/xGwnvN9jpE
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Not an Earth-shaking intro, but everything made sense and Roman didn’t come out looking foolish for saying things that don’t align with reality. Leading right into a match between Reigns and Corbin to start the show was a good choice.
Roman Reigns vs. Constable Baron Corbin
Roman Reigns wins by Pinfall after hitting the Spear. Corbin tried to run from Reigns but was stopped at the ramp by Finn Balor. Balor attacked Corbin after the match and delivered the Coup De Grace.
RIDICULOUS quickness on display by Constable @BaronCorbinWWE… #RAW pic.twitter.com/QKfcjitlcY
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
ON THE HUNT.#RAW @WWERomanReigns pic.twitter.com/QYzpiRmH3g
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
The #SamoanDrop from @WWERomanReigns could bring a swift end to Constable @BaronCorbinWWE tonight! #RAW pic.twitter.com/Qprcjw19pq
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
He’s in there with @BaronCorbinWWE, but there’s no doubt he SEES @BrockLesnar!#RAW @WWERomanReigns pic.twitter.com/Ugxxz95FI8
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
.@BaronCorbinWWE is doing EVERYTHING he can to try to put @WWERomanReigns away in their impromptu match on #Raw! pic.twitter.com/GH3to7LlCn
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
With a little assist from @FinnBalor, @WWERomanReigns picks up the WIN over Constable @BaronCorbinWWE! #RAW pic.twitter.com/hPoCwpH1u6
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
There was definitely some UNFINISHED business between @FinnBalor and @BaronCorbinWWE! #RAW pic.twitter.com/2TYOKk1lXK
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – The match was well done, but maybe a bit too plodding of a pace to start the show. Finn Balor’s presence breathed a new life into the match as it was starting to deflate, as was the crowd. The finish of the match was anti-climactic, but Balor’s attack on Corbin afterward was satisfying.
General Manager Kurt Angle and Seth Rollins Backstage
“Find a partner, and you can take on @DMcIntyreWWE and @HEELZiggler in a tag team match tonight.” – @RealKurtAngle to @WWERollins #RAW pic.twitter.com/kkVJbJangM
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Kurt and Seth have great chemistry and were all smiles. I think Angle has a man-crush on Rollins.
Bobby Roode vs. Mojo Rawley
Bobby Roode pins Mojo Rawley after a Glorious DDT.
#RAW just got… GLORIOUS.@REALBobbyRoode pic.twitter.com/TwesuGJHnq
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
.@MojoRawleyWWE has his 👀 on the 🎯.
Can he knock off @REALBobbyRoode on #RAW? pic.twitter.com/hsp7nyMFaT
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
.@REALBobbyRoode is looking to give @MojoRawleyWWE a GLORIOUS beatdown on #Raw! pic.twitter.com/ip2J3kYl5r
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Great POWER on display by @MojoRawleyWWE…
NOT GLORIOUS, @REALBobbyRoode. #RAW pic.twitter.com/SH05tmoRXe
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
GLORIOUS DDT = 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣ for @REALBobbyRoode!
BIG victory over @MojoRawleyWWE on #RAW… pic.twitter.com/dfw3uNspL5
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Excellent match with both men having a chance to shine. Roode coming out on top helps reverse his recent course. He is a superstar, but needs to go back to being a heel to be at his best. Rawley is a powerhouse and is making the most of this opportunity.
Elias Backstage
UP NEXT: ALL EYES (and cameras) are on @IAmEliasWWE… #RAW pic.twitter.com/sGyhaWQZae
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Elias being pretentious is Elias at his best.
Elias In Ring
Are you ready to walk?#RAW @IAmEliasWWE pic.twitter.com/9hdLGk5bUf
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
#WalkWithElias: The Documentary Part II already in production?#RAW @IAmEliasWWE pic.twitter.com/N2AE9qmBvu
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Somebody wants a closer look at the production… It’s @fightbobby! #RAW pic.twitter.com/eTaarh8HFL
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
“Your entire comeback has been a JOKE.” – @IAmEliasWWE to @fightbobby#RAW pic.twitter.com/Sc892d9idk
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
The AMBUSH by @IAmEliasWWE…isn’t quite working out for him!#RAW @fightbobby pic.twitter.com/hlQxkdtu5S
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
It looks like @fightbobby has taken creative control of @IAmEliasWWE‘s documentary on #Raw… pic.twitter.com/9kSRp4Bxwj
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
The 🎥 loves @fightbobby. #RAW pic.twitter.com/T0ZBZQc6zu
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Elias controlled the crowd, and Lashley asserted his dominance. Elias’ trickery and cheap shots and digs at the crowd in every city is still not enough to keep people from cheering for him. This is Lashley’s best angle so far in his comeback. These two could match up well and do something special when this culminates.
Seth Rollins In Locker Roomwith Tyler Breeze and Roman Reigns
Could we see the formation of “CrossFit Breeze-us” tonight?#RAW @MmmGorgeous @WWERollins pic.twitter.com/SuyfFT2xVv
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Looks like @WWERollins found his partner for tonight! Sorry, @MmmGorgeous…#RAW @WWERomanReigns pic.twitter.com/Df60Wdgl4h
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
.@MmmGorgeous wants to team up with @WWERollins tonight on #Raw and has already thought of the perfect name. Crossfit Breezus. pic.twitter.com/obYxHPstcJ
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Tyler Breeze is trying to find his place with his partner in style out of action. No surprise to see Roman Reigns step up to be Seth Rollins’ partner against Ziggler and McIntyre.
Rezar with Akam vs. Titus O’Neil with Apollo Crews and Dana Brooke
Rezer pins Titus O’Neil after a huge Chokeslam Spinebuster.
UP NEXT: The #AuthorsOfPain‘s @Rezar_WWE looks to take back a win for #AOP as he goes one-on-one with @TitusONeilWWE on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/UUrcpVr8tC
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Is @TitusONeilWWE going to continue to prove that #TitusWorldwide is in fact…a WORLDWIDE sensation?! #RAW pic.twitter.com/N1XavjENX6
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Utter DOMINANCE on display early from @Rezar_WWE…#RAW #AOP pic.twitter.com/U6sxG0PryK
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Another chapter written in the #BookOfPain as @Rezar_WWE evens the score for #AOP against @TitusONeilWWE! #RAW pic.twitter.com/V0NfdKwLD7
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
.@TitusONeilWWE is fired up in his match against @Rezar_WWE on #Raw! pic.twitter.com/mdIPSa6NVp
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Botch – Titus looked as if he didn’t know what to do next and Rezar made him look squishy, finishing Titus off as soon as momentum shifted into his favor. Titus continues to look like the weak link in Titus Worldwide with this loss. Apollo desperately needs to break out on his own.
The Kevin Owens Show with Jinder Mahal and Sunil Singh
Ladies and gentlemen, WELCOME to #TheKevinOwensShow!#RAW @FightOwensFight @JinderMahal @SinghBrosWWE pic.twitter.com/gtnCz2PNqi
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
“THAT MAKES ME K.O. IN THE BANK!”@FightOwensFight can’t wait to BEAT @BraunStrowman at #SummerSlam! pic.twitter.com/PIxXyKQzyr
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Guess who…#RAW pic.twitter.com/LNS33ZET24
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Mr. MONSTER in the Bank @BraunStrowman is HERE, and he wants his REMATCH against @JinderMahal NEXT on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/i4nh7w10vQ
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Evidently, @BraunStrowman isn’t too big a fan of the Kevin Owens Show on #Raw…@FightOwensFight @JinderMahal pic.twitter.com/TJFHrt7EQ2
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Kevin Owens did most of the talking, which is probably unavoidable but also best for Jinder. Another feat of strentgh from Braun Storwman with him flipping the stage the show was on from out of nowehere. Tack that on to Braun Strowman’s Property Damage Bill.
Jinder Mahal with Sunil Singh and Kevin Owens vs. Braun Strowman
Jinder Mahal wins by Disqualification after Braun Strowman hits him with the MitB breifcase.
.@JinderMahal, he’s waiting…#RAW @BraunStrowman pic.twitter.com/OpDuVKFoAP
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
This is NOT going to go well for @JinderMahal…#RAW @BraunStrowman pic.twitter.com/QN9Xvj76oi
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
The LOSING STREAK continues…@BraunStrowman just got DISQUALIFIED against @JinderMahal on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/pzEB0nOwnb
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
A disqualification means @BraunStrowman LOSES the #MITB contract at #SummerSlam, but he has NO PLANS of letting it go… #RAW pic.twitter.com/HesMto3OER
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Botch – This was supposed to be chaotic but was just kind of a mess. No one looks good coming out of this, but Braun’s shine is hard to tarnish right now. If there’s anyone on the roster you can do this to and not bury as a result, it’s him.
Baron Corbin and Kurt Angle Backstage
Another call from @StephMcMahon… #RAW pic.twitter.com/dIXjM9l6T5
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Corbin is smirking and Angle is worried after a phone call from Stephanie McMahon. My guess is she’s blocking Roman from competing again tonight.
Roman Reigns Interview with Corey Graves
“There’s no leader when you have a champion like @BrockLesnar. He clearly doesn’t respect this place.” – @WWERomanReigns #RAW pic.twitter.com/TlGcflolxj
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
For @WWERomanReigns, it comes down to four simple words at #SummerSlam:
“I HAVE TO WIN.” pic.twitter.com/Hac63pu8h8
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Botch – It’s a recap vignette and interview that’s supposed to get Roman over as the face and remind the audience of the history between him and Brock Lesnar. It does its job, but is more of the same for Roman’s character. Nothing feels different going into SummerSlam, so why should the result be different?
Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins with Kurth angle and Baron Corbin Backstage
Constable @BaronCorbinWWE just delivered the news that @WWERomanReigns is banned from competing in this match along side @WWERollins…and here’s the result. #RAW pic.twitter.com/YoG4g4Juva
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – And Stephanie has blocked Roman from competing again tonight. Clearly telegraphed, but Roman Reigns took another shot at Baron Corbin, which was once again sold perfectly by the Constable.
Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre vs. Seth Rollins
Dolph Ziggler pins Seth Rollins after a Superkick thought Drew McIntyre was the legal man, exploiting the confusion of both Seth Rollins and the referee.
UP NEXT: #ICChampion @HEELZiggler and @DMcIntyreWWE take on @WWERollins and @WWERomanReigns on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/OTZcKnDS8D
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Looks like #TheArchitect @WWERollins is going it alone against @HEELZiggler and @DMcIntyreWWE on #RAW… pic.twitter.com/7WJWk4kuNM
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Things have gone downhill in a hurry for @WWERollins here…#RAW @HEELZiggler @DMcIntyreWWE pic.twitter.com/VfKQTZ2P9x
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Well, THIS is one way to turn the tables…#RAW @WWERollins pic.twitter.com/dXge8Iq27o
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
With @WWERomanReigns banned from the match, @WWERollins is taking on @HEELZiggler & @DMcIntyreWWE SOLO on #Raw! pic.twitter.com/hvl1m53kML
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Controversy abounds as #ICChampion @HEELZiggler and @DMcIntyreWWE DESTROY @WWERollins tonight… #RAW pic.twitter.com/ARJR9NTEaV
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – A fantastic, high energy, fast paced match with a great in ring story. I was hoping Tyler Breeze would run out to help Seth, but having Seth come out on the losing end alone makes for a better lead into the future of this story and Dean Ambrose’s emminent return. He was mentioned again tonight, so they’re stoking the fire for his arrival.
The B Team (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel) (c) vs. The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder)
The match ends in Disqualification when Matt Hardy and Bray Wyatt appear after the lights go out, replacing the partners of Dallas and Dawson at the corners and then attacking both men.
B-TEAM! B-TEAM! GO, GO, GO!
Your #RAW #TagTeamChampions @TheBoDallas & @RealCurtisAxel are in action NEXT! pic.twitter.com/Sz5CjRY8dV
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
No flips, JUST 👊👊. That’s what #TheRevival is all about.#RAW @ScottDawsonWWE @DashWilderWWE pic.twitter.com/QSadgYbVNg
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
HOW DID @MATTHARDYBRAND AND @WWEBrayWyatt DO THAT?? #Raw pic.twitter.com/cSKH4YSvJB
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
HOW did @MATTHARDYBRAND and @WWEBrayWyatt just REPLACE @DashWilderWWE and @RealCurtisAxel?! #RAW pic.twitter.com/Iu6bSLnWed
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
The #DELETERSofWorlds have struck AGAIN!#RAW @MATTHARDYBRAND @WWEBrayWyatt pic.twitter.com/rNTJpMykbI
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – The match was going well, and the surprise twist ending came out of nowhere. The Deleters of Worlds aren’t finished with The B Team, and The Revival had better be careful about getting in the way.
Paul Heyman Interview with Renee Young
Has @HeymanHustle spoken to @BrockLesnar at all since last week? #RAW
“No.” pic.twitter.com/UrrIMmn5sO
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
“I’ve NEVER seen @BrockLesnar like this…Against THIS Brock Lesnar, @WWERomanReigns doesn’t stand a chance.” – @HeymanHustle #RAW pic.twitter.com/VmOiGjLHj6
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
An emotional @HeymanHustle weighs in on whether it will be @WWERomanReigns or @BrockLesnar who walks away as the #UniversalChampion at #SummerSlam… pic.twitter.com/JAy1WYpaiF
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Heyman was going for the Oscar with this interview. Powerful performance, and just another piece of video evidence that supports the case for Paul Heyman being the greatest manager in professional wrestling history.
The Boss and Hug Connection (Sasha Banks and Bayley) vs. The Riott Squad (Sarah Logan and Liv Morgan)
Sarah Logan Rolls Up Sasha Banks for the Pinfall victory with help from a distraction from a returning Ruby Riott.
UP NEXT: The #RiottSquad‘s @YaOnlyLivvOnce & @sarahloganwwe are in action against @SashaBanksWWE & @itsBayleyWWE on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/D7OZ7jylQb
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
The #BossNHugConnection is BACK at it!#RAW @SashaBanksWWE @itsBayleyWWE pic.twitter.com/CsHpRakj3M
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Can @itsBayleyWWE & @SashaBanksWWE keep the momentum going?! #RAW pic.twitter.com/AZYFi4lpO1
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
It looks like The Boss N Hug Connection is in some trouble against @YaOnlyLivvOnce and @sarahloganwwe on #Raw! @SashaBanksWWE @itsBayleyWWE pic.twitter.com/vi1uLqkAsP
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
The self-proclaimed VIKING of @WWE is living up to the moniker…#RAW @sarahloganwwe pic.twitter.com/kOThaSoGXK
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
The BOSS is FEELIN’ IT!#RAW @SashaBanksWWE pic.twitter.com/poYTN0iW4p
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
#RAW is RIOTT.@RubyRiottWWE is BACK as she provides the assist to @YaOnlyLivvOnce & @sarahloganwwe in a win against @itsBayleyWWE & @SashaBanksWWE! pic.twitter.com/B4zAEtbtwA
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – The Women’s Division delivering once again. This may have just become the best tag team feud on RAW, and Ruby Riott’s return was like finding a $20 bill in the parking lot after a great meal at your favorite restaraunt.
Ronda Rousey with Natalya vs. Alicia Fox with Alexa Bliss
Ronda Rousey win by Submission, forcing Alicia Fox to tap out with an Armbar.
It’s MAIN EVENT TIME on #RAW, and here come @AlexaBliss_WWE & @AliciaFoxy! pic.twitter.com/e3qegR53Xn
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
“Was SHE the CAPTAIN of the #RAW #SurvivorSeries team?!”@AliciaFoxy isn’t impressed by @RondaRousey… pic.twitter.com/aAcGSc8rsa
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
It’s GO TIME.#RAW @RondaRousey @AliciaFoxy pic.twitter.com/nIt23dkV6d
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
NO shortage of confidence in former #DivasChampion @AliciaFoxy… #RAW pic.twitter.com/6e5vazSXMV
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
.@RondaRousey is absolutely PUMMELING @AliciaFoxy on #Raw! pic.twitter.com/yKFKWATuxC
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
The celebration is ON, because @RondaRousey is officially 1-0 on Monday Night #RAW! pic.twitter.com/apQJYAPNEO
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
“@AlexaBliss_WWE, it does not matter how tight you hold onto that title, because at #SummerSlam, IT’S MINE!” – @RondaRousey #RAW pic.twitter.com/CbC4Lkdflr
— WWE (@WWE) August 7, 2018
13 days, @AlexaBliss_WWE…#RAW @RondaRousey pic.twitter.com/IVkkNrp2On
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) August 7, 2018
Bodyslam – Rousey has brought a whole new level of performance to the Women’s Division. What Ken Shamorck did for the men in the Attitude Era, she is doing now for the women. She has explosiveness and elegance in her moves that come from being an elite martial artist for a long time, and you’ll never get from the WWE Performance Center. Rousey has exceeded my expectations since she has come to WWE, and I can’t wait to see her in action regularly. I know they’re protecting their investment by getting the most out of her name recognition while minimizing risk of injury, but seeing her do this on a weekly basis will do more to draw in viewers than just saying her name ever will.