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Minneapolis, 7 August 2023 - Here is the live coverage for this week's Monday Night Raw which is scheduled to air on August 7, 2023, live from Target Center in Minneapolis, MN. ##
Monday Night Raw currently airs live on Monday evenings on the USA Network from 8:00 ET–11:00 PM ET in the United States. WWE Raw starts live at 1 am in the UK on BT Sport 1 on Tuesday mornings. ##
WWE Raw Time In Australia: It airs live on Tuesdays at 10 am (AEST) on Fox8 ##
WWE Raw Time In Canada: It airs live every Monday at 8 Am on Sportsnet 360 ##
WWE Raw Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on Supersport in South Africa on Tuesdays at 02:00 am CAT ##
Raw Time In Italy: In Italy, Raw airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ##
WWE Raw Time In India: Raw airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 5:30 am ##
WWE Monday Night Raw, August 7, 2023: Live Coverage
Looking back at SummerSlam highlights, Cody Rhodes enters the ring and asks the Minneapolis crowd what they wanna talk about. He brings up Brock Lesnar, a local hero who trained at the University of Minnesota and praises his strength. Cody recalls surviving against Brock and then mentions a surprising moment – a handshake at Ford Field.##
Cody's mom told him that Brock had acknowledged him, which left him shocked. After SummerSlam, Cody feels confident and ready to take on anyone in the world. Suddenly, Seth Rollins interrupts, dressed for action. He greets everyone and mentions their previous encounters. He challenges Cody's claim of beating anyone, proposing a test. ##
Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley, and Dominik Mysterio enter. They assert their dominance, claiming to run Raw and dictate championship matters. Priest taunts Cody about Dom not being done with the beast, and Dom's words are drowned out by boos.##
Finn Balor attacks Seth, while Sami Zayn joins the fray, attacking Priest. Cody hits a CodyCutter on Dom and Sami takes down Finn. Cody offers a solution – a six-man tag match. He and Sami will team up with Seth.##
Footage from the Intercontinental Championship Match is shown. Ricochet speaks with Adam Pearce about brass knuckles. Adam offers a chance to face Gunther in a Fatal Four Way Match to Chad, Riddle, Ricochet, and Ciampa. ##
Ricochet claims he's not in the best mood, Ciampa is determined to win, Riddle dedicates the match to Drew McIntyre, and Chad expresses his desire to win as a Minnesotan. ##
Number One Contender Match for the Intercontinental Championship: Ricochet Vs Chad Gable (with Maxxine Dupri and Otis) Vs Matt Riddle Vs Tommaso Ciampa ##
Chad grabs Ciampa with a waist lock, while Riddle does the same to Ricochet. Ricochet lands a kick on Ciampa. Riddle attempts a rollup on Ricochet, but Chad rolls him up, and Ricochet counters with a rollup of his own. The crowd starts a chant for Gable, and he acknowledges it. Ciampa kicks Riddle, who counters with an ankle lock. Gable applies an ankle lock on Ricochet. Riddle and Chad accidentally collide as Ciampa and Ricochet move to the outside.##
Gable maintains a waist lock on Riddle, persisting as Riddle tries to break free. Chad switches to a front face lock, but Riddle escapes. Ciampa hits both Riddle and Chad's heads together, then kicks Riddle and sends Gable out of the ring. Ricochet enters with a springboard clothesline and follows it up with a moonsault, almost getting a pin. Ricochet attempts to lift Ciampa onto his shoulders, but Ciampa slips away. Riddle executes a fisherman's buster on Ricochet, nearly securing a pin. Gable slams Riddle for another close count. Ciampa performs a reverse DDT on Gable, coming very close to a pin.##
Ciampa delivers a rolling elbow, and Ricochet lifts him onto his shoulders, hitting Recoil for a near fall. Ricochet prepares to finish Ciampa off, but Riddle stops him and sets up for a German superplex. Ciampa counters and stands on the ropes, attempting a German suplex on Riddle. Gable interrupts and unleashes a Tower of German suplexes.##
Ciampa avoids Chaos Theory, and Gable applies an ankle lock. Ciampa reaches the ropes, but the match's rules prevent breaks. Gable pulls Ciampa back to the center. Riddle kicks Gable and follows it up with a power bomb and knee, nearly pinning him. Riddle executes an exploder on Ricochet and a knee on Ciampa. Riddle places Ciampa on the turnbuckles and hits a superplex. Gable splashes Ciampa, who gets his knees up, and Ricochet goes for a shooting star press. Riddle lifts his knees, and all four men are down.##
They rise to their knees and trade punches, chops, and forearms. Riddle kicks Ciampa, who stomps on Riddle's foot. Riddle ends up on the apron, and Gable sends Ricochet to the floor. Riddle hangs on the ropes and dives onto Gable. Ciampa hits Willow's Bell on Riddle. Ricochet performs a flip dive onto Gable. Ricochet leaps from the turnbuckles, but Ciampa counters with a knee. Ciampa executes Project Ciampa, and Ricochet manages to kick out.##
Riddle hits Bro Derek on Ciampa, but Gable breaks the pin with a diving headbutt. Riddle and Chad exchange forearms, followed by punches from Riddle. Ricochet halts Chaos Theory on Riddle with Recoil. Ciampa uses a Fameasser to prevent Chaos Theory on Ricochet. Chad performs Chaos Theory on Ciampa, securing the three-count victory. ##
WINNER: Chad Gable ##
In the backstage area, Gunther remains in the same spot, smirking as he watches the monitor. Following the match, Chad heads over to his family and hoists his son onto his shoulder, celebrating his victory.##
We rewind to the events between Cody and Brock from Saturday.##
In the backstage area, Sami converses with Cody, and Seth interrupts, expressing his displeasure about them discussing strategy without him. Seth voices his reluctance to be on a team with Cody.##
Sami acknowledges the history between Cody and Seth, and though he doesn't expect them to resolve their issues, he proposes a united front for the night. Sami recalls what happened to their friend Kevin Owens due to THE Judgment Day. He suggests that they work together to deal with THE Judgment Day.##
Cody agrees to the idea, and Seth reluctantly agrees as well, though he refrains from shaking Cody's hand. Cody and Seth go their separate ways. ##
Miz enters the backstage area while on the phone. He's instructed to wait by a production assistant, and we catch a glimpse of an LA Knight photo shoot.##
Miz dismisses the idea of waiting for someone who only won a single battle royal. ##
Shinsuke Nakamura Vs Bronson Reed ##
They lock up, and Reed cleanly breaks away. Another lock-up, and Reed pushes Nakamura into the corner, playfully patting him on the head. Reed applies a side headlock and follows up with a solid shoulder tackle. He taunts Nakamura, inviting him to bring it. Nakamura counters with knees and takes Reed down with a knee and kick. However, Nakamura misses a roundhouse kick, allowing Reed to take control with a waist lock, followed by a back elbow and a headbutt. Reed continues with shoulders in the corner, then lifts Nakamura onto his shoulders, but Nakamura attempts a sunset flip to no avail. Reed misses a seated splash, and Nakamura responds with a sliding knee and boot that send Reed to the outside, hitting the announce table. ##
Nakamura chokes Reed in the corner and encourages him to keep fighting. He delivers a leg lariat and follows it up with a baseball slide to Reed on the floor. Reed collides with the announce table. Nakamura lifts Reed, but Reed pushes him away. After Reed re-enters the ring, Nakamura returns as well, but Reed catches him only for Nakamura to regain his footing. Reed executes a body block and an elbow drop, knocking Nakamura off the apron. Nakamura gets back into the ring, and Reed stands on his chest before focusing on Nakamura's neck and taking him down. Reed employs a reverse chin lock, punctuates it with a headbutt, and Nakamura manages to avoid a slam attempt. Nakamura responds with a side kick off the turnbuckles, leaving both men down. ##
Nakamura delivers kicks to Reed, who blocks one of them. Nakamura still lands a roundhouse kick, and Reed prevents an Irish whip. Nakamura leaps with a kick, nearly securing a pin. He ascends the turnbuckles, but Reed catches him, executing a power slam. Reed sets up for a power bomb and delivers a Liger Bomb, coming close to victory. Reed climbs to the top turnbuckle, but Nakamura halts him with a kick and follows up with a running knee to Reed perched on the turnbuckles. Reed recovers and hits a Death Valley Driver for a near fall. Nakamura evades a power bomb attempt and retaliates with a kick before connecting with Kinshasa for the three-count victory. ##
WINNER: Shinsuke Nakamura ##
We review the recent developments between Rhea Ripley and Raquel Rodriguez over the past few weeks.##
A doctor informs Adam Pearce that Raquel isn't cleared yet. Adam assures Raquel to hang in there. Indi Hartwell and Candice LeRae express their support and say they've got things under control.##
Becky Lynch enters the ring, and the show goes to a commercial break.##
In the backstage area, Maxxine is seen on the phone with Otis, asking him to handle certain matters.##
Ludwig Kaiser arrives, congratulates Chad on his win, and mentions that The Ring General is eager to face Gable. He turns his attention to Maxxine, discussing her potential while criticizing those around her. He highlights the European esthetics and contrasts it with Otis, whom he refers to as a "freak." Maxxine slaps Kaiser, and Otis appears, challenging Kaiser to a match, which Kaiser accepts before departing.##
Back in the ring, Becky addresses the audience. She talks about her journey, the obstacles she's faced, and her upcoming match against Trish. She emphasizes the clash between the greatest of the previous generation and the greatest of the current one.##
Zoey Stark interrupts and confronts Becky. Zoey suggests that Becky's obsession with Trish is over, and she points out that Trish has already defeated Becky. Zoey claims that Becky is afraid of her.##
Becky questions Zoey's actions, acknowledging her talent but accusing her of being misled by Trish. She suggests that Zoey is playing second fiddle and should be pursuing titles instead.##
Zoey rejects being second fiddle and implies that Becky is jealous of her rise. Zoey proclaims herself the fastest rising star and the baddest in the locker room.##
Shayna Baszler's music hits, and she enters the ring. Becky comments on Shayna's appearance, and Shayna brings up Ronda Rousey, saying she's not here to see her.##
Shayna responds to Zoey's claim of being the baddest and Zoey taunts her, calling her a punching bag. Zoey threatens to send Shayna packing.##
Becky proposes a match, and Adam Pearce is called out to officiate it. He agrees, and the match is made official.##
In the backstage area, JD McDonagh speaks with Finn Balor. Damian Priest joins them, and they discuss THE Judgment Day business. Finn suggests they discuss it openly with JD present.##
Priest mentions Balor's absence at the beginning of the show, and Finn counters that Priest didn't follow the plan. The tension rises, but Rhea intervenes, urging them to work together to run Raw.##
Finn and Priest assure Rhea they're on good terms now. JD proposes a solution, suggesting Priest should get rid of the briefcase. JD walks away with Finn, leaving Priest held back by others. ##
Singles Match: Shayna Baszler Vs Zoey Stark ##
They engage in a lock-up, and Shayna executes a waist lock takedown, followed by another. Zoey avoids Shayna's kick and counters with an armbar, while Becky sips on some lemonade at ringside. Shayna performs an ankle pick when Zoey attempts a leapfrog. She applies an ankle lock, but Zoey manages to break free. Shayna transitions into a waist lock, and Zoey responds with an elbow. Zoey drives Shayna into the corner and lands a forearm, followed by a snapmare. She delivers a boot to Shayna's head and kicks her while running the injured eye along the ropes. Zoey executes another snapmare, earning a near fall, before applying a reverse chin lock. Shayna fights back with elbows, and Zoey counters with a knee. Zoey maintains a rear chin lock, but Shayna battles out with kicks. Shayna executes a Saito suplex and a clothesline, sending Zoey over the top rope to the floor. ##
Amidst the action, Becky pours someone a glass of lemonade as Zoey and Shayna return to the ring. Zoey whips Shayna into the ropes, lands kicks, and pulls Shayna's arm into the ropes. A springboard dropkick follows, and Zoey applies an armbar. Zoey sends Shayna into the turnbuckles and continues her offense with kicks, earning another near fall. Zoey reverts to the rear chin lock and stomps on Shayna's injured arm, then wraps it in the ropes. She performs a move known as "divorce court" and kicks Shayna, subsequently tying her up in the ropes. The action continues during the commercial break. ##
Upon return, Zoey resumes a reverse chin lock, and Shayna counters with elbows and a knee strike. Zoey attempts an Irish whip but misses a corner splash. Shayna retaliates with clotheslines, a knee to the corner, and a German suplex. A running knee by Shayna nearly results in a pinfall. Shayna misses a knee strike, and Zoey capitalizes with a thrust kick for a close count. Zoey slams Shayna's arm onto the mat and continues her focus on the injured arm. Zoey performs a kick and attempts to stomp the elbow, but Shayna evades. Shayna counters with punches, and Zoey responds with a superkick. Shayna escapes Zoey's Z360 move and hits a gutwrench suplex for a near fall. ##
Zoey springs off the ropes, but Shayna catches her and applies a Kirifuta Clutch. Zoey manages to send Shayna to the floor and follows up with a pescado. Zoey sends Shayna back into the ring, and Becky rises from her seat at the announce table. Shayna applies a Kirifuta Clutch on the apron, and Zoey drops Shayna's arm on the ropes. Shayna delivers a kick, hoists Zoey onto her shoulders, and hits Piper's Pit for the three-count victory. ##
WINNER: Shayna Baszler ##
Otis (with Maxxine Dupri) Vs Ludwig Kaiser (with Giovanni Vinci) ##
Kaiser directs some words at Maxxine before they lock up. They engage in a lock-up, and Otis follows with a clean break. Kaiser delivers a kick and a series of punches. Otis begins to jiggle, prompting Kaiser to punch him. Kaiser applies a side headlock, and Otis responds with a shoulder tackle and a slam. However, Otis misses a splash and hits the ring post with his shoulder. Kaiser capitalizes with a running kick to Otis's chest, followed by punches. ##
Maxxine gets on the apron and confronts Kaiser. Otis takes advantage, grabbing Kaiser and delivering punches in the corner. Otis sends Kaiser into the turnbuckles and executes a fallaway slam. He follows up with a corner splash, causing Kaiser to go down. Otis removes his shirt, signaling the Caterpillar, but Vinci appears on the apron. Otis punches Vinci and suplexes him into the ring. Gunther enters and strikes Otis, allowing Kaiser to hit a running kick for the three-count victory. ##
WINNER: Ludwig Kaiser ##
Following the match, Kaiser and Vinci launch an attack on Otis, with Gunther overseeing the assault.##
Chad Gable enters the ring, causing Gunther to retreat to the apron while Vinci and Kaiser exit the ring.##
We revisit the incident involving JD McDonagh's attack on Sami Zayn.##
Jackie Redmond is outside the trainer's room, where Seth and Cody emerge. She inquires about Sami's condition.##
Both Cody and Seth provide their perspective, and Cody defers to Seth to handle the interview.##
Seth mentions that Sami wants to compete, but the doctor won't allow it due to his condition. With it now being a three-on-two situation, Seth expresses uncertainty about trusting Cody.##
Shinsuke Nakamura arrives on the scene and offers his assistance to Seth, should he want it.##
Seth acknowledges his respect for Nakamura and designates him as their new partner.##
Seth departs, leaving Nakamura with a smug expression on his face.##
Miz makes his entrance into the ring. ##
We're back, and the Miz is reviewing highlights from the Battle Royal. He's questioning the respect shown to industry leaders. He showed up tonight and saw LA Knight being given priority over him. Miz, a veteran and locker room leader, believes in showing respect. He thinks that introducing oneself and shaking the hands of those who paved the way is essential. However, in the Battle Royal, LA Knight eliminated him without any introduction or handshake. ##
Interrupting, LA Knight heads to the ring. He wants to have a chat. Knight believes they had a good introduction during the Battle Royal. If Miz has an issue with that, Knight reintroduces himself (with the crowd's help). He extends his hand, but Miz declines. ##
Miz asserts that Knight hasn't earned the right to shake his hand. He claims Knight is trying to ride his coattails. Without Miz, Knight is nothing – no success, money, attractive wife, or charisma. Miz suggests Knight is just a passing trend, loved by the crowd for a short while. He mocks Knight, calling him an Attitude Era fanboy playing pretend in Miz's ring. ##
Knight clarifies he doesn't have a problem with Miz, but he warns against making it personal. Miz states that his career is personal and always has been, even after his achievements in WWE. He challenges Knight, asking him what he's done for the past 20 years. ##
Knight responds, explaining that he's been striving to become a dangerous man. He's been fighting from the outside looking in while WWE made questionable decisions, including investing in Miz. Knight patiently waited for his opportunity. He accuses Miz of having a 20-year head start, being complacent and taking whatever came his way. Knight shares that others thought he was too dangerous to be trusted. He claims to be untouchable, unlike Miz. He acknowledges Miz's championship successes but suggests his own career is on the rise while Miz's is declining. ##
Knight adds that if Miz wants to get personal, he's more than willing to use Miz as a stepping stone. Miz disagrees, asserting that he's the main event and Knight isn't on his level. ##
Knight challenges Miz to prove himself, as he's looking him in the eye. Miz, then, removes his jacket and throws it at Knight before throwing a punch. Knight evades the Skull Crushing Finale and delivers Blunt Force Trauma. ##
Next, we see the Viking Raiders in a different setting. Erik and Ivar introduce themselves and mention that they answered the call of the Gods. Valhalla presented them with a challenge, and they're prepared to offer a sacrifice. ##
Erik and Ivar (with Valhalla) Vs Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods ##
Woods and Erik kick off the action, with Woods delivering forceful forearms and corner clotheslines. Kofi tags in, and after Woods executes a belly-to-back suplex, Kofi follows up with a splash for a near fall. Woods re-enters the fray, landing a kick and setting up a combined splash from both Kofi and Woods for another near fall. Woods hits a back heel kick, but Valhalla's presence on the apron distracts him momentarily. Despite the distraction, Woods evades Erik's attack. However, Erik strikes back with a forearm, and Ivar takes over.##
Ivar unleashes a spin kick of doom on Kofi, followed by Erik's choke slam. Ivar follows up with a frog splash, coming close to a pin. Erik returns, and together they unleash a rapid flurry of forearms. Ivar executes a slam and punches Woods, while Erik tags in and lands a knee strike for another near fall. Erik applies a reverse chin lock to maintain control.##
Woods counters with an elbow to Ivar on the apron and then executes a tornado DDT on Erik. Kofi tags in, delivering a springboard clothesline followed by a corner splash. He proceeds with a double jump cross body to Ivar, setting up the Boom Drop and connecting with it. Kofi readies himself for Trouble in Paradise, but Ivar dodges, causing Kofi to miss. Kofi counters Ivar's spin kick of doom and goes for an SOS, earning a near fall. Ivar responds with a seated splash in the corner, leading to Erik's tag.##
Ivar strikes Woods, while Erik delivers a knee strike for yet another near fall. Ivar tags back in, and Kofi counters a head scissors with a kick. Woods tags in, executing Trouble in Paradise on Kofi's opponent and performing a flip dive onto Erik. Woods then lands a springboard elbow drop, securing the three-count for the victory. ##
WINNER: The New Day ##
Byron is joined by Becky Lynch, discussing her upcoming match next week. However, the conversation is interrupted by Shayna Baszler.##
Shayna asserts that she doesn't require Becky's assistance and has a list of scores to settle, making it clear that she'll be targeting Becky.##
Becky responds by saying she's easily accessible and ready to face Shayna's challenge.##
After the commercial break, we're treated to highlights from the New Day's return. They encounter Jackie backstage, who introduces herself to them. The New Day expresses their excitement about being back. Kofi confidently addresses the Viking Raiders' claim of making a sacrifice to the gods, asserting that they are the true gods. Woods mentions other teams like the Street Profits and the Usos, expressing their intention to spread positivity and become the new tag team champions.##
Michael Cole takes a moment to mention Sonya Deville's torn ACL. ##
Amidst the chaos, Raquel Rodriguez launches an attack on Rhea as THE Judgment Day heads to the ring. She strikes Rhea and officials rush out to intervene, pulling Raquel away. Rhea manages to break free from security, going after Raquel. Indi and Candice come out to join the fray, but Rhea handles them as well. The skirmish leads to a commercial break, transitioning to a look at the other Women's Championship picture. ##
Damian Priest, Finn Balor and Dominik Mysterio (with Rhea Ripley) Vs Shinsuke Nakamura, Seth Rollins, and Cody Rhodes ##
Nakamura and Balor kick things off, but Priest decides to tag himself in before any action starts. Dom also tags himself in, resulting in a three-way interaction. Nakamura delivers knees to Dom and even stands on his face. He follows up with a knee drop. Priest drags Dom out of the ring, prompting Nakamura to urge another man to join the action. Dom then tags in Finn, who attempts to surprise Nakamura from behind, but Nakamura catches him. Finn responds with punches, while Nakamura counters with his own punches and places Finn on the turnbuckles for a midsection knee strike. Cody tags in and lands punches on Finn. Cody also hits a knee to Finn's midsection. He applies a wrist lock before tagging Nakamura, as Seth doesn't seem interested.##
We head to a commercial break.##
Returning from the break, Balor nearly pins Nakamura. Priest enters the match and delivers kicks to Nakamura. He follows up with another kick, and Balor contributes with a scissors kick. Priest applies a reverse chin lock. Nakamura fights back with elbows, but Priest responds with a punch. Priest executes an elbow in the corner, followed by a snap mare. Balor joins with a slingshot boot, and Dom adds a slingshot senton. Finn executes a back breaker, and Priest follows up with a leg drop, coming close to a pinfall. Priest readies for South of Haven, but Nakamura counters with a knee and kick. Seth tags in and knocks Finn and Dom off the apron. He performs a leap over Priest and executes a sling blade. Seth attempts a Falcon Arrow and gets a near fall.##
Seth follows up with a suicide dive onto Priest, and they reenter the ring. Seth performs another suicide dive, this time targeting Finn. He bounces off the ropes for a springboard move, but Priest counters with an uppercut and a leaping flatliner. Balor tags in and delivers a running drop kick, sending Seth into the ringside barrier. Finn applies an arm bar, and Seth breaks free with a jawbreaker. Finn goes for an arm bar and attempts an abdominal stretch, but he can't secure the hold. Seth uses a hip toss to escape. Priest tags in, preventing Seth from tagging out. Priest lands a knee and follows it up with a forearm and jabs in the corner. While Dom and Finn double-team Seth in the corner, Priest distracts the referee. ##
Priest lands a forearm, causing Seth to stumble into the ropes. Seth responds with a chest kick, but Priest prevents him from reaching for the tag. Seth delivers forearms, yet he's unable to make the tag. Priest executes a hammerlock clothesline, resulting in a near fall. ##
Dom enters the match and chokes Seth against the ropes. Rhea interferes by hitting Seth with her title belt. Dom follows up with a suplex and holds on for a second one. He rolls through and adds a shimmy before attempting a third suplex. Dom knocks Nakamura off the apron, and Seth counters with a clothesline. Finn and Cody tag in, with Cody performing a back elbow. Cody then lands a kick and follows up with a drop-down uppercut. He executes a Beautiful Disaster to knock Priest off the apron. Cody proceeds with a power slam on Finn. Finn blocks a CodyCutter and responds with an elevated elbow drop, almost securing a pinfall. Finn runs into a thrust kick from Cody, who follows up with the CodyCutter for another close near fall. Priest kicks Nakamura, and Rollins lands a forearm on Priest. Balor clotheslines Seth to the outside. ##
Cody prepares for CrossRhodes, but Priest intervenes, striking Cody with the briefcase. Sami then attacks Priest, sending him over the announce table. Seth delivers a super kick into the briefcase and into Finn's face. Cody capitalizes with a CrossRhodes, securing the three-count victory. ##
WINNERS: Seth Rollins, Cody Rhodes, and Shinsuke Nakamura ##
Following the match, Seth motions for Sami to join them inside the ring. ##
As they celebrate in the ring, Seth and Cody exchange words about having one more match. ##
Sami raises both Cody and Seth's hands, and then Seth and Cody share a handshake. ##
Nakamura observes the three men on the turnbuckles and swiftly delivers a running boot to Seth before exiting the ring. ##
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