World Wrestling Entertainment released a countdown of the 10 most shocking and exciting moments from the July 27, 2026 [1] episode of Monday Night Raw.
This broadcast served as the final Raw before the SummerSlam pay-per-view event. The episode focused on building critical storylines and showcasing marquee matches to drive interest in the upcoming premium event.
Among the highlighted segments was a match involving women’s intercontinental champion contenders Sol Ruca and Raquel Rodriguez [2]. The competition between the two athletes provided one of the primary focal points for the night's action as they vied for positioning heading into the SummerSlam window.
The event reached a wide audience through multiple distribution channels. Viewers accessed the show via the ESPN App, Netflix, USA Network, the CW Network, and Peacock, as well as WWE's own proprietary platforms [3].
By condensing the night's events into a top-10 format, the company emphasized the most memorable athletic feats and dramatic turns. These highlights serve to maintain momentum for the performers and the championship titles involved in the SummerSlam buildup [2].
The July 27 [1] broadcast followed the standard Raw format of blending in-ring competition with theatrical segments designed to advance the narrative arcs of the current roster.
“The final Raw before WWE’s SummerSlam pay-per-view”
The use of a 'Top 10' recap strategy allows WWE to distill a multi-hour broadcast into a digestible format for social media and digital platforms. By highlighting specific contenders like Sol Ruca and Raquel Rodriguez immediately before a major event like SummerSlam, the company ensures maximum visibility for the athletes most likely to drive ticket and streaming sales for the pay-per-view.
