WWE Monday Night RAW Aug. 1, 2016: Results, Grades & Reflections

The New Era continues, live from Atlanta! 

U.S. TITLE MATCH: RUSEV(C) DEF. MARK HENRY

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Even the Worlds Strongest Man couldn't stop Rusev.
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While I'm pretty sure no one really expected to see Henry win this one, it was good to see the veteran strong man back in action. Having Rusev defend his title against someone the caliber and size of Mark Henry did justice for his United States title.

Rusev needs to continue to defend the U.S. title against superstars of at least the same status as Henry, if the company truly wants to elevate the overall image and legitimacy of the championship.

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The post-match actions by Roman Reigns will only make the status of the title even better and put the title in a better light moving forward. This is a smart move all the way around.

GRADE: B+

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