Mysterio-Page, Evans-Rusev Set For Final Raw Before SummerSlam

WWE has locked in two more matches for the final Raw before SummerSlam, with Rey Mysterio squaring off against Ethan Page and Je’Von Evans set to battle Rusev when the red brand rolls into Los Angeles on Monday, July 27. The show, taking place at the Intuit Dome, is the last stop on the go-home trail before WWE’s biggest summer show, and general manager Adam Pearce confirmed both bouts while posting his preview for the broadcast.

The additions give the card two intriguing stylistic matchups. Mysterio, still one of the most reliable hands on the roster even decades into his Hall of Fame-caliber career, has spent the past several months bouncing between issues off Legado del Fantasma-adjacent storylines and various rivals looking to make a name off him. Ethan Page, meanwhile, has quietly built momentum as an opportunistic heel willing to insert himself into any beef that raises his profile — pairing him with Mysterio gives Raw a clean, easy-to-follow story beat heading into SummerSlam week.

The Evans-Rusev pairing is arguably the more notable of the two from a big-picture standpoint. Evans has been one of the most talked-about young stars on the Raw roster since his call-up, drawing praise for his high-flying style and natural charisma, and WWE has continued feeding him opportunities against established veterans to build his credibility. Rusev, back in the fold and looking to reestablish himself as a legitimate force, gives Evans a physical, hard-hitting test unlike anything he’s had recently. For Rusev, it’s a chance to remind the roster — and the audience — that he’s still a bruising presence capable of beating up rising talent when the moment calls for it.

With SummerSlam looming, this Raw serves as the last major promotional platform for feuds heading into the show, and matches like these typically function as either final tune-ups or storyline connectors that tie into the pay-per-view undercard. It wouldn’t be surprising if either result — particularly Evans-Rusev — has ripple effects on how their respective programs are positioned once SummerSlam arrives.

As of now, these two bouts join whatever else Pearce has planned for the LA crowd, with more of the card likely to be revealed as fans count down to the show. Raw airs live on Monday, July 27 from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.