The top 10 WWE matches of July 2018

#8 AJ Styles vs. Andrade "Cien" Almas (SmackDown, July 17th)

This was a way to get attention during the MLB All Star Game. After months of meandering, it was an incredible showing for Almas, who reportedly impressed the backstage powers so much that he's in line for a big push. They shouldn't have needed this to know it. The former NXT Champion has had an amazing year, and this was a match that was eagerly anticipated once he was called up to the main roster.

The match started off slow, but after Almas fooled Styles into attempting a dropkick while he hung tranquilo on the ropes, the physicality picked up quickly. Rapid fire moves from both competitors lit up the ring until Styles trapped Almas in the Calf Crusher and forced a submission.

While Almas tapped out rapidly, this loss won't hurt him much. He took the WWE Champion to the limit and opened a lot of eyes in the process.