During the week of August 4 to August 10, WWE and AEW showcased several notable wrestling matches across their shows, with Seth Rollins WWE LA Knight capturing significant attention for their compelling RAW main event. This week’s bouts served as key developments heading towards major upcoming pay-per-views like Clash in Paris and Forbidden Door 2025.
WWE Women’s Tag Team Title Defense: Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss Face The Judgment Day
On WWE RAW, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss defended their newly acquired Women’s Tag Team Championships in a rematch against Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez. The contest, a follow-up to their SummerSlam 2025 clash, delivered mixed results, starting slow with unpolished offense that impacted early audience engagement. Despite a predictable outcome with Flair and Bliss retaining, the later stages of the match built momentum and offered more exciting moments, highlighting the champions’ resilience. The storytelling and character work received moderate praise, but the overall crowd response was somewhat subdued given the expected finish.
NXT North American Women’s Title Match: Sol Ruca Retains Against Tatum Paxley
In WWE NXT’s main event, Sol Ruca successfully held onto her NXT North American Women’s Championship by overcoming challenger Tatum Paxley. The match was noted for its flashy, high-risk spots, including a standout giant top-rope neckbreaker. However, the frequent shifts between sequences somewhat affected the match’s narrative flow and psychology. The bout concluded with a chaotic finish involving a ringside altercation with Nia Jax and Lash Legend, and an unusual moment featuring Paxley holding a doll before taking the Sol Snatcher submission. Though imperfect, it was an entertaining display of athletic skill and character interplay.
RAW Main Event Spotlight: Seth Rollins Defends World Heavyweight Title Against LA Knight
The headline match on RAW showcased Seth Rollins defending his newly captured World Heavyweight Championship against LA Knight. The two performers demonstrated strong chemistry reminiscent of their previous encounter on Saturday Night’s Main Event, delivering a fast-paced and engaging contest. While not every moment was flawless, the intensity and competitive spirit maintained audience interest throughout. The bout ended controversially with a disqualification finish after CM Punk intervened and attacked Rollins, injecting an unexpected twist that added tension to the storyline and set the stage for further conflict.
AEW Dynamite’s Heated Grudge Match: MJF versus Mark Briscoe
AEW Dynamite closed with an intense grudge match between bitter rivals MJF and Mark Briscoe. Though the match occasionally lacked anticipated energy, it included solid technical wrestling and some brawling exchanges that kept viewers engaged. A dramatic finish saw a referee oversight with Briscoe’s foot on the rope, allowing MJF to claim victory through a controversial pin. This contentious ending heightened their feud’s stakes and built anticipation for a future rematch, emphasizing the personal animosity driving their rivalry.
Tag Team Clash on AEW Collision: Adam Page and JetSpeed Take On La Faccion Ingobernable
The AEW Collision main event featured AEW World Champion Adam Page partnering with JetSpeed in a tag team encounter against La Faccion Ingobernable (LFI). The match centered predominantly on in-ring athleticism rather than an intricate storyline. Fans were visibly enthusiastic, responding enthusiastically to the hard hits, aerial maneuvers, and technical skill on display. Page, wrestling in front of his home crowd, was a particular fan favorite, contributing to the team’s win and creating a highly spirited atmosphere to end the event.
Kyle Fletcher’s First TNT Title Defense: The Struggle Against Tomohiro Ishii
Kyle Fletcher made his first defense of the TNT Championship on AEW Collision against veterans Tomohiro Ishii. The contest was characterized by its physicality and toughness, with Fletcher pushed to his limits to retain the title. The bout showcased excellent technical wrestling, earning praise from the crowd despite lacking a deeply woven storyline. The intense, hard-hitting approach highlighted Fletcher’s grit and determination in maintaining his championship reign.
AEW Dynamite’s Electrifying Tag Match: The Young Bucks versus Brodido
A thrilling tag team match unfolded on AEW Dynamite as The Young Bucks faced the new duo Brodido. Initially slow to build, the match eventually intensified into an explosive display of speed and high-impact maneuvers. Both teams executed impressive near-falls and dynamic sequences, though the rapid pace sometimes compromised storytelling elements. Notably, The Young Bucks’ frustration and self-doubt surfaced prominently, impacting their coordination and ultimately costing them the contest. Meanwhile, Brodido capitalized on this to score an upset victory, shaking up the tag team landscape.
AEW Dynamite Opener: Jon Moxley Versus ‘Speedball’ Mike Bailey
Jon Moxley and ‘Speedball’ Mike Bailey delivered the highest-rated match of the week, opening AEW Dynamite with a compelling bout that blended contrasting styles and personalities. Despite no prior animosity, they quickly meshed, crafting a clear underdog story with Bailey as the scrappy babyface using speed and strikes to counter Moxley’s relentless offense. The tension escalated steadily, making the crowd believe Bailey could pull off a surprise victory before Moxley ultimately prevailed. This match’s strong character work and storytelling earned praise for its simplicity and effectiveness.
The Growing Impact of These Matches on Wrestling Storylines
This week’s matches, particularly the intense showdown between Seth Rollins and LA Knight, demonstrate how WWE and AEW continue to weave storylines that maintain fan interest during critical build periods for major events like Clash in Paris and Forbidden Door 2025. The unexpected interference from CM Punk in the Rollins-LA Knight bout adds a volatile new dimension to the World Heavyweight Championship picture, promising further developments in the weeks ahead. Across both promotions, these bouts reflect ongoing character evolution and feuds that keep audiences engaged, setting the foundation for future high-stakes encounters.
