WWE Monday Night RAW #791

"The Show of Shows": A Wild Ride at Mohegan Sun

Uncasville, Connecticut - In a night filled with unexpected twists and turns, World Wrestling Entertainment's latest offering on July 21st was an absolute thrill ride from start to finish. The sold-out crowd at the Mohegan Sun Casino was treated to a stacked card featuring some of the company's top talent.

The evening got underway with a singles match between Lance Cade and Paul London. The bout was a testament to the underrated skillset of both competitors, with Cade emerging victorious after a 2:50 minute affair. While not a showstopper by any means, this opener served as a solid warm-up for what was to come.

The first real highlight of the evening arrived in the form of Beth Phoenix's dominant performance against Kelly Kelly. The Glamazon asserted her dominance with a crushing spear, securing the win in just 3:00 minutes. This match showcased Phoenix's incredible strength and power, cementing her status as one of the best female competitors on the roster.

The first tag team bout of the night saw Cryme Tyme (Shad Gaspard and JTG) join forces with John Cena to take on Cody Rhodes, John Bradshaw Layfield, and Ted DiBiase. This six-man extravaganza was an absolute blast, featuring a mix of high-flying action, power moves, and good old-fashioned brawling. The heels got their comeuppance when Cryme Tyme delivered a devastating 3D to the trio, securing the win in 10:00 minutes.

In a surprisingly strong showing from the female competitors, Katie Lea Burchill paired with Paul Burchill to take on Kofi Kingston and Mickie James. This tag team affair was marked by some impressive aerial work from Kingston, but ultimately fell victim to the cunning teamwork of the Burchills. The match concluded after just 3:34 minutes.

D-Lo Brown made a triumphant return to the ring, besting Santino Marella in a brief but intense singles match. This quickie was marked by some spirited action and a decisive win for Brown, securing his victory in just 1:30 minutes.

The main event of the evening saw CM Punk put his World Heavyweight Championship on the line against Batista. Unfortunately, this highly anticipated matchup ended in a no-contest after 8:58 minutes due to the referee being knocked out and the chaos that ensued. While not the decisive conclusion fans had hoped for, this bout still showcased the incredible chemistry between these two top stars.

In a night filled with ups and downs, World Wrestling Entertainment delivered an unforgettable experience at the Mohegan Sun Casino. As always, it's the unpredictability of professional wrestling that keeps us coming back for more. Until next time... "The Show of Shows" has left the building.

Card Details

Date: 21 Jul 2008
Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
Arena: Mohegan Sun Casino
Type: TV-Show
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 21 Jul 2008

Matches

Lance Cade defeat Paul London in a Singles Match
Match Time: 02:50
Beth Phoenix defeat Kelly Kelly in a Singles Match
Match Time: 03:00
Cryme Tyme and John Cena defeat Cody Rhodes, John Bradshaw Layfield and Ted DiBiase in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 10:00
Katie Lea and Paul Burchill defeat Kofi Kingston and Mickie James in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 03:34
D-Lo Brown defeat Santino Marella in a Singles Match
Match Time: 01:30
CM Punk(C) vs. Batista in a World Heavyweight Title Match - No Contest
Match Time: 08:58