The July 21 episode of WWE RAW maintained steady global viewership on Netflix, attracting 2.7 million viewers worldwide and generating 5.7 million hours of viewing time. This sustained audience interest comes amid escalating tensions between wrestlers leading into the upcoming SummerSlam event.
Steady Global Popularity of WWE RAW on Netflix
According to Netflix data, WWE RAW’s July 21 broadcast ranked fifth in global viewership, remaining consistent with the previous week’s 2.7 million viewers while increasing total hours viewed from 5.4 million to 5.7 million. The show held a place among the top 10 streamed programs across 17 countries. Despite WWE RAW’s steady numbers, the limited series UNTAMED led Netflix’s rankings with 26.1 million views during the same period.
Key Developments During the July 21 Episode
The episode opened with a tense in-ring promo from CM Punk, who was interrupted by his scheduled SummerSlam adversary, Gunther. Their confrontation set the stage for their highly anticipated World Heavyweight Championship match later in the weekend.
In one of the pivotal matches, Karrion Kross defeated Sami Zayn by using a steel pipe while the referee was distracted, intensifying their rivalry ahead of their rubber match at SummerSlam.
Another notable moment occurred when IYO SKY and Stephanie Vaquer fought to a no-contest due to Chelsea Green’s interference, adding complexity to their ongoing storyline.
The closing segment featured a heated verbal exchange that escalated into a physical confrontation involving Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, Roman Reigns, and Jey Uso, highlighting rising tensions among top WWE competitors.
Building Anticipation and Uncertainty for SummerSlam
With rivalries intensifying during the broadcast, fans are left in suspense as SummerSlam approaches. The growing animosity between key figures like CM Punk and Gunther, and Karrion Kross and Sami Zayn, raises questions about possible outcomes. WWE is reportedly preparing alternative plans in case Drew McIntyre is unable to participate, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the event.
As WWE RAW continues to engage viewers worldwide, the July 21 episode reinforced the show‘s role in setting the stage for major SummerSlam storylines, maintaining fan interest despite underlying tensions. The reactions and developments from this episode could significantly influence the dynamics at SummerSlam and beyond.
