WWE Raw takeaways: SummerSlam fallout, three big returns
Check out the top takeaways from WWE Raw on Aug. 3, 2026, the first show following SummerSlam.
WWE Raw took place at Casey's Center in Des Moines, Iowa on August 3, 2026. The show featured a street fight between Jacob Fatu and Royce Keys, as well as the returns of Big Cass, Becky Lynch, and Stephanie Vaquer. LA Knight challenged Roman Reigns to a one-on-one match, but Reigns denied him, stating there would be no interference for his title.
Big Cass returned, looking more menacing than before, and expressed his frustration about the eight-year journey to get back into WWE. Becky Lynch and Stephanie Vaquer made their return, with Lynch targeting her opponent Roxanne Perez, who was defeated by Liv Morgan via DQ. The Judgment Day ladies then continued their beatdown on Ruca, until Lynch entered and confronted them.
Big Cass made a strong promo, sharing his eight-year journey to return to WWE. The main event involved a street fight between Jacob Fatu and Royce Keys, which was intense and well-executed, with Fatu ultimately winning with a Tongan Death Grip.
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