WWE Raw builds momentum for SummerSlam title clashes in Detroit
The Bloodline faction makes an appearance while the World Heavyweight and Intercontinental Championship narratives intensify ahead of the major pay-per-view event.
WWE Raw aired live on Monday, July 20, from the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, continuing its broadcast run on Netflix. The episode served as a critical build-up for the upcoming SummerSlam pay-per-view, following an eventful Saturday Night's Main Event held at Madison Square Garden. The broadcast opened with Seth Rollins, who is preparing for his World Heavyweight Championship match against Roman Reigns at SummerSlam.
Rollins used the Detroit appearance to further his storyline rivalry with Reigns, who was absent from the broadcast. The champion and his challenger closed out the previous weekend's event, setting the stage for their title clash. Rollins has not competed in the ring since his victory over Bron Breakker in a Steel Cage match at Night of Champions last month.
While Reigns did not appear, members of his Bloodline family were present to advance their ongoing narrative. Jacob Fatu faced LA Knight on the show, continuing the feud that involves the Bloodline, Knight, Solo Sikoa, and Royce Keys. This segment highlighted the faction's continued influence on the roster despite the champion's physical absence from this specific episode.
Chad Gable also appeared on the programme, promoting his upcoming Intercontinental Championship match against Penta. The bout is scheduled to take place at SummerSlam in Minnesota, which is Gable’s home state. Gable is seeking his first-ever singles title in WWE, marking a significant milestone in his career as he prepares for the championship opportunity.
Danhausen also made an appearance during the broadcast, contributing to the evening's programming. The show, which commenced at 8 p.m. ET, focused on establishing the stakes for the two major title matches at SummerSlam. The Detroit episode effectively bridged the gap between the previous weekend’s events and the upcoming pay-per-view, maintaining momentum for the key storylines involving the World Heavyweight and Intercontinental Championships.
