Bowen’s Botches and Bodyslams: WWE RAW Results and Review July 30 2018
WWE Monday Night RAW is from the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida and features the return of both Ronda Rousey and Brock Lesnar. We can count on more buildup toward SummerSlam and the promotion of Evolution in October.
Show Opener with Roman Reigns In Ring
#UniversalChampion @BrockLesnar and @HeymanHustle are LIVE in Miami for Monday Night #RAW! pic.twitter.com/4Nkq8W7MHv
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
The ANTICIPATION is building as @WWERomanReigns arrives in the @AAarena to kick off #RAW! pic.twitter.com/2jszWuO633
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Hey, @WWERomanReigns, how much respect to do you have for @BrockLesnar? #RAW
Roman: pic.twitter.com/4UzTLR6WSF
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
The #UniversalChampion @BrockLesnar‘s advocate @HeymanHustle is QUICK to confront @WWERomanReigns on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/PgOLQwXDCx
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
SPOILER ALERT (from @HeymanHustle): “@BrockLesnar is going to put down #TheBigDog at #SummerSlam…and become a TWO-SPORT CHAMPION!” #RAW pic.twitter.com/5yQ8fjw0u1
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Message received, @WWERomanReigns.#RAW #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/eCPB6wcxbV
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
.@WWERomanReigns is NOT trying to listen to @HeymanHustle right now. The Big Dog just wants to see @BrockLesnar for himself on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/Mcy0U2PqYN
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Botch – Miami is friendly territory for Roman, so his flat promo carried better than it would elsewhere. It was the same complaints about Brock as the fans, which he has repeated multiple times, and his rebuttal to Paul Heyman wasn’t witty or intimidating, just the same lame profanity he hasn’t lived up to before.
Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman Backstage
Someone get @HeymanHustle a new phone ASAP…#RAW @BrockLesnar pic.twitter.com/6H7wQwT0yI
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Paul Heyman is good enough to sell this segment. Brock reading the magazine, not paying attention, breaking Paul’s phone, it’s far more than necessary for this story to make sense. There’s definitely foreshadowing of Paul Heyman turning on Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam and being the cause of Lesnar losing the title.
Finn Balor vs. Constable Baron Corbin
Baron Corbin pins Finn Balor after the End of Days. Corbin returns to the ring to assault Balor after the match.
UP NEXT: @FinnBalor goes toe-to-toe with Constable @BaronCorbinWWE on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/TmubsiOd2A
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Is Constable @BaronCorbinWWE about to bounce back against @FinnBalor? #RAW pic.twitter.com/hwhFxThnHk
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
It’s all about the SIZE advantage for Constable @BaronCorbinWWE… #RAW pic.twitter.com/9AzUwefWS7
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
.@BaronCorbinWWE has started to take over this match as he goes toe-to-toe with @FinnBalor on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/Ep7OGPJDfw
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Constable @BaronCorbinWWE has @FinnBalor RIGHT where he wants him… #RAW pic.twitter.com/mgqvqXNTo7
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
BIG dropkick by @FinnBalor! Is this the opening he needs?! #RAW pic.twitter.com/uGbgx0kkwn
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
#FlyFinnFly!#RAW @FinnBalor pic.twitter.com/KEQc5BjrbQ
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Always nice to see a @FinnBalor SLING BLADE! #RAW pic.twitter.com/B4bWOmnxtR
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
.@FinnBalor is sick and TIRED of @BaronCorbinWWE, and is looking to send a message on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/6V6vJ5Anku
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Seeing THAT look on @FinnBalor? Never good. #RAW pic.twitter.com/VRRA5elRLV
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
The CONSTABLE has DONE IT.
What a victory for @BaronCorbinWWE on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/IV1XMWVD2T
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
A few extra shots for @BaronCorbinWWE following his victory over @FinnBalor…
It’s good to be the Constable. #RAW pic.twitter.com/TpQ4LcP4Nl
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Great opening match. Hard hitting, emotional, and it seemed like a believable fight the whole time. These two are building on incredible chemistry and making magic in the ring.
Paul Heyman and General Manager Kurt Angle Backstage
If @BrockLesnar refuses to appear in front of the @WWEUniverse tonight… @HeymanHustle‘s @WWE contract is TERMINATED!#RAW @RealKurtAngle pic.twitter.com/q96msOOs3X
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Heyman is in hot water if he doesn’t get his client in front of the fans, and you can tell he is feeling the pressure. It’s good to see Angle get a chance to seem like he is in charge.
Alicia Fox and Alexa Bliss Backstage
Evidently, @AliciaFoxy plans on hurting @NatbyNature badly enough for her to say me-OW tonight on #RAW…@AlexaBliss_WWE pic.twitter.com/6jPG3KbOIm
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
With @MickieJames suffering an injury, #RAW #WomensChampion @AlexaBliss_WWE HAND-PICKED @AliciaFoxy to take on @NatbyNature tonight! pic.twitter.com/mbIs7dIS2I
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
= @AliciaFoxy‘s game face. #RAW pic.twitter.com/xAmqu94Qom
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Alicia Fox is back and crazy again. She is spectacular at crazy.
Natalya with Ronda Rousey vs. Alicia Fox with Alexa Bliss
Alicia Fox pins Natalya after a Bog Boot set up by Alex Bliss’ interference.
ROWDY @RondaRousey is back on Monday Night #RAW, and @NatbyNature is READY to take on @AliciaFoxy! pic.twitter.com/N5XCWA4YvO
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
We are officially in the presence of a GODDESS.#RAW @AlexaBliss_WWE pic.twitter.com/xwoxOdPavF
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Expect the UNEXPECTED when you’re in the ring with @AliciaFoxy!#RAW @NatbyNature pic.twitter.com/K5FDY3PHQ8
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
A couple of seasoned VETS squaring off on #RAW as @NatbyNature goes one-on-one with @AliciaFoxy! Who ya got?? pic.twitter.com/jkAecJLbBK
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Don’t be fooled.@AliciaFoxy is a WINNER tonight on #RAW, but @RondaRousey wants to make her pay! pic.twitter.com/FCgjeRzuMh
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
#RAW #WomensChampion @AlexaBliss_WWE and @AliciaFoxy are on top of the world after THAT! pic.twitter.com/L9aBZPymG2
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
It’s a game of cat and mouse as @AlexaBliss_WWE & @RondaRousey interfere in the match between @AliciaFoxy & @NatbyNature on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/VfrNlPpsi4
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – The match started out awkward, but Alicia Fox is just getting back into wrestling full time again. The story was well done anyway, and we get more build toward the clash between Bliss and Rousey at SummerSlam.
Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar in the Locker Room
You heard @BrockLesnar, @HeymanHustle: NOW! #RAW pic.twitter.com/jieDrJDmJj
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Botch – They’re being very heavy handed with making Brock out to be a jerk. It shouldn’t take this much effort. I guess when you only have him for one show until SummerSlam, you have to pack in a full month worth of character development in one night.
Kurt Angle and Ronada Rousey with Natalya Backstage
Per @RealKurtAngle, @RondaRousey will have her FIRST-EVER Monday Night #RAW match NEXT WEEK against @AliciaFoxy! pic.twitter.com/GATjyRo9CT
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Ronda going right to Kurt for a fight is perfect for her, and Kurt gets to make a match. Next week Rousey faces Alicia Fox. Finally we’ll get to see Ronda Rousey in a match on television.
Elias In Ring
Get ready to sing along… #RAW @IAmEliasWWE pic.twitter.com/fIwfjTYak0
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
It’s official: The entire music industry is now ready to #WalkWithElias!#RAW @IAmEliasWWE pic.twitter.com/JESkfEVUkU
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Did @IAmEliasWWE really just insult @pitbull AND @TheRock in Miami?! #RAW pic.twitter.com/BW9Lh8zChh
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Does @fightbobby want to SING with @IAmEliasWWE?! #RAW pic.twitter.com/mzRvcHh3Z6
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Not how @IAmEliasWWE was hoping this performance would end… #RAW pic.twitter.com/7RNWQaEHna
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Are we about to witness the FIRST-EVER @IAmEliasWWE and @fightbobby concert on #RAW?? pic.twitter.com/KBF6BtgGg2
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Making Bobby Lashley sing Rockin’ Robin has to be part of Bobby’s continued hazing upon his return to WWE. Elias was masterful as always, and Bobby looked like a dominating physical specimen. Overall, great segment.
Constable Baron Corbin and Kevin Owens Backstage
With #UniversalChampion @BrockLesnar in the building, @FightOwensFight seems a little concerned about what @BraunStrowman might do with his #MITB #RAW pic.twitter.com/tv3IGC77rg
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Corbin is even more aloof than usual, and Kevin seems genuinely concerned for his chance to steal Strowman’s contract.
Braun Strowman vs. Jinder Mahal with Sunil Singh
Jinder Mahal wins by Countout when Braun Strowman chases after Kevin Owens who was trying to steal Braun’s Money In The Bank contract.
There’s a MONSTER among us. #RAW @BraunStrowman pic.twitter.com/qAK1OzWXfy
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Has @JinderMahal found his #Shanti before going one-on-one with @BraunStrowman? #RAW pic.twitter.com/tpddPtfE1e
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
THIEVERY on the outside as @FightOwensFight gets HIS hands on the #MITB ! #RAW pic.twitter.com/W6tUttZIJT
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
The distraction by @FightOwensFight just caused @BraunStrowman to be COUNTED OUT… @JinderMahal picks up the WIN! #RAW pic.twitter.com/1CxYlbHnUk
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
You just made @BraunStrowman VERY , @FightOwensFight… #RAW pic.twitter.com/m0BS9bVwNL
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
What on EARTH is @FightOwensFight doing with @BraunStrowman‘s #MITB contract right now on #RAW?? pic.twitter.com/ar9vgo4jnw
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – We didn’t even get a match, but we got to see Braun Strowman at his angriest, which is frightening. Strowman continues to impress.
Mojo Rawley in the WWE Locker Room
“You got a problem with me?” – @REALBobbyRoode to @MojoRawleyWWE #RAW pic.twitter.com/9F97yBop6n
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
.@REALBobbyRoode has had ENOUGH of @MojoRawleyWWE‘s bullying and the two are BRAWLING backstage on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/mBqLFqGWoH
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Mojo being a jerk in the locker and getting confronted by Bobby Roode was the perfect next move for this feud. The fight came across intense, and I am looking forward to more from this feud.
Apollo Crews with Titus O’neil and Dana Brooke vs. Akam with Rezar
Apollo Crews Rolls Up Akam for the Pinfall victory.
WORLDWIDE! @WWEApollo is set for singles action on #RAW…@TitusONeilWWE @DanaBrookeWWE pic.twitter.com/wLWdT3y1ln
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
The #AuthorsOfPain have arrived.
Can @WWEApollo survive @Akam_WWE on #RAW? pic.twitter.com/wGrt0gvNJs
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
THIS is what @WWEApollo is all about! #RAW pic.twitter.com/i0yiCsWlO9
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
The numbers have been crunched, and @WWEApollo just came out with the VICTORY over #AOP‘s @Akam_WWE! #RAW pic.twitter.com/YEaf51XV4X
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – This was my favorite match so far. Apollo Crews is so incredible in the ring, and these two put on a great singles match for as short as it was. I want more Apollo in singles competition after this feud is over.
Seth Rollins vs. Drew McIntyre with Dolph Ziggler
Seth Rollins wins by Disqualification after Dolph Ziggler interferes.
UP NEXT: #ICChampion @HEELZiggler leads the #ScottishTerminator @DMcIntyreWWE into battle against @WWERollins on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/8useqjhY6M
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Speaking of anticipation, HERE COMES @WWERollins! #RAW pic.twitter.com/lfsu2z75b3
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
NO. NO. NO.#RAW @DMcIntyreWWE pic.twitter.com/oKi9yoW9gk
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Q: How do you stop this?
A: You don’t.#RAW @WWERollins pic.twitter.com/3Jfwmxb4Xt
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
The #ScottishTerminator @DMcIntyreWWE will simply do WHATEVER it takes. #RAW pic.twitter.com/D9OUidLfnw
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
.@WWERollins has officially built up momentum against @DMcIntyreWWE and it’s ALL KINGSLAYER right now on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/lNZG92a5QZ
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Cause the disqualification? THIS is what you get, @HEELZiggler!#RAW @WWERollins pic.twitter.com/28tEdMjfGh
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
#TheArchitect @WWERollins was SECONDS away from defeating @DMcIntyreWWE, and #ICChampion @HEELZiggler knows it. #RAW pic.twitter.com/EbXxKdI8kS
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Another fantastic match from these two, but this ending is getting old. Hopefully Dean Ambrose returns soon to even out this numbers game.
Roman Reigns in the Locker Room
#RAW Commissioner @StephMcMahon has asked @RealKurtAngle to have @WWERomanReigns REMOVED from the building?! pic.twitter.com/DcBB2eLlu3
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
DOWN GOES CORBIN. #RAW @WWERomanReigns pic.twitter.com/qTivtsefEo
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Overall this was lame, but I’m going positive on this because that shot from Roman on Corbinwas awesome. Credit to Corbin for the perfect sell.
RAW Tag Team Champions The B Team In Ring Interview with Charly Caruso
B-TEAM…ASSEMBLE!!!!!#RAW @TheBoDallas @RealCurtisAxel pic.twitter.com/5J7RWMkBBg
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
“The ‘B’ in ‘B-Team’ stands for DREAM!” – @TheBoDallas #RAW
Oh? pic.twitter.com/dtYgb645U6
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
“Dreams are fleeting…but nightmares, nightmares, THOSE are real…B-Team, we are your nightmare manifested.” – @WWEBrayWyatt #RAW pic.twitter.com/lzfaAsPzbv
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
“News flash, boys: WE are the team that defeated @fightbobby and @WWERomanReigns!”#TheRevival‘s @ScottDawsonWWE & @DashWilderWWE have some business to attend to on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/XEMjT21zsw
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
#TheRevival has stepped into the ring and they’re ready to take care of BUSINESS on #RAW! @dashwilderwwe @scottdawsonwwe @TheBoDallas @RealCurtisAxel @WWEBrayWyatt @MATTHARDYBRAND pic.twitter.com/997Cftnj1h
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – The B stands for Dream. That almost killed me. I was thoroughly entertained the whole time, which is what is most important. It was also a segment that made it clear why The Revival aren’t figuring in to Vince McMahon’s plans. They both look small in the ring with The B Team and The Deleters of Worlds. And those aren’t the biggest guys on the roster. Size matters to Vince, and it matters to the fans in getting them to believe you can fight among the giants in WWE. The Revival are so good, but they may never be the real top guys because of their size, and that’s a little sad.
The Deleters of Worlds (Matt Hardy and Bray Wyatt) vs. The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder)
Scott Dawson pins Bray Wyatt after the Shatter Machine.
#RAW #TagTeamChampions @TheBoDallas & @RealCurtisAxel are going to take in the action as The #DELETERSofWorlds take on #TheRevival! pic.twitter.com/f8HnDI0huc
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
The #RAW #TagTeamChampions are watching on as #TheRevival battle @MATTHARDYBRAND & @WWEBrayWyatt! pic.twitter.com/bq9KbfIAOY
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
#TheRevival is just doin’ what it does best…#RAW @ScottDawsonWWE @DashWilderWWE pic.twitter.com/7wxnDsVVAV
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
We got a 1️⃣
We got a 2️⃣
We got a 3️⃣#TheRevival @ScottDawsonWWE & @DashWilderWWE just SHATTERED @MATTHARDYBRAND & @WWEBrayWyatt‘s night on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/8d60ddWFIJ— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – The Revival are so good at tag team wrestling, and they showed it again here. I hope they can find a way to overcome their size disadvantage. They have to do it with personality, and I’m not sure they have it in them yet.
Seth Rollins Backstage Interview with Renee Young
WHEN is it going to end?!@HEELZiggler and @DMcIntyreWWE just LAID OUT @WWERollins… #RAW pic.twitter.com/OWqigB8PXq
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Another beatdown on Rollins. He needs some backup, and Roman is leaving him high and dry.
Bayley and Sasha Banks vs. The Riott Squad (Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan)
Bayley pins Liv Morgan after the Bayley-to-Belly Suplex.
UP NEXT: A RIOTT just might start on #RAW as @YaOnlyLivvOnce & @sarahloganwwe take on @SashaBanksWWE & @itsBayleyWWE! pic.twitter.com/WH3TQzFPSu
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
THE BOSS @SashaBanksWWE has MOVES tonight! #RAW pic.twitter.com/QxnfA04o28
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Will the @SashaBanksWWE & @itsBayleyWWE friendship continue to prosper?
Let’s find out… #RAW pic.twitter.com/U83N2b7BUD
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Those KNEES never stop.#RAW @SashaBanksWWE pic.twitter.com/cRjuWZPAJL
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
.@itsBayleyWWE and @SashaBanksWWE are in CONTROL in their match against the #RiottSquad on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/vnEhzdueSw
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
The #RiottSquad doesn’t care about your matching gear, @SashaBanksWWE & @itsBayleyWWE…@YaOnlyLivvOnce just wants to cause CHAOS! #RAW pic.twitter.com/trRVQRHDqu
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
Take THIS #BayleyToBelly to the BANK.
Another win for @SashaBanksWWE & @itsBayleyWWE on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/nM2KtODzGu
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Bodyslam – Sasha and Bailey have color coordinated outfits now. I think we know who the first Women’s Tag Team Champions will be. This was a great tag team match from the women, and another strong showing from the most consistent division in WWE.
Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman Backstage
“We’re not friends, Paul. YOU work for me. I DON’T work for you!”
WHAT is happening?! #RAW @BrockLesnar @HeymanHustle pic.twitter.com/9i10a22MlA
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Botch – Still too much, but again, we’re doing a month’s worth of character development in one night. Is it clear we’re supposed to hate Brock Lesnar yet?
General Manager Kurt Angle and Constable Baron Corbin In Ring
It’s time to put up or shut up for @HeymanHustle, because here comes #RAW General Manager @RealKurtAngle…and Constable @BaronCorbinWWE! pic.twitter.com/vKBDxbZjvE
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Is this @HeymanHustle‘s last night on Monday Night #RAW?! pic.twitter.com/z0Agc3vPh7
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
“@BrockLesnar has to be the WORST #UniversalChampion of ALL-TIME!”@RealKurtAngle is HEATED on #RAW… pic.twitter.com/GUiLQelmWN
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
SALVATION for @HeymanHustle…@BrockLesnar is LIVE on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/dgNO7W01P5
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
JUST LIKE THAT.#UniversalChampion @BrockLesnar just DROPPED #RAW GM @RealKurtAngle with an #F5! pic.twitter.com/46RZHQ2i2S
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
It seems @HeymanHustle is not even safe from #UniversalChampion @BrockLesnar…#RAW #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/9jeTfGjvFC
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) July 31, 2018
It looks like @BrockLesnar has a problem with EVERYONE in the ring, including #RAW GM @RealKurtAngle AND @HeymanHustle! pic.twitter.com/RV945LztnO
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
A little reminder from @BrockLesnar: You want the #UniversalChampionship, you are GOING to have to TAKE IT. #RAW pic.twitter.com/QQUJ1kJ2lF
— WWE (@WWE) July 31, 2018
Botch – Are we supposed to hate Brock Lesnar? I’m not sure. This is so ridiculously over the top, and it isn’t even achieving the desired result. As the crowd finally started chanting “We Want Roman” a “Roman Sucks” chant rose within it. Even making Brock Lesnar as repulsive as possible doesn’t make another match between him and Roman appealing. I feel like Vince is acting like an angry father toward the WWE Universe. “You’ll watch another main event title match between Brock and Roman and like it!”