Title This: WWE Raw Reaction 7-16-12

CM PunkCM Punk def. The Big Show Via Disquaification

What I Liked:

I am going to give credit to Show here. This was a really good match between two completely different styles. Punk did an excellent job trying to ground Show throughout, which included multiple kicks to the head, and knees to the face. Big Show would always come back with a big move, something to make Punk look like the underdog. I felt like the pace of the match was really good, and both men's timing from one move to the next was flawless. You had a real sense of battle feel here, with both guys getting an upper hand from time to time. At the end, it made perfect sense for a DQ because Punk was not going to win clean. John Cena came out and announced that he will NOT cash in tonight, but cash in next week at Raw 1,000. This was expected by many, and the absolute right idea. We have talked about Raw 1,000 being a big night, somewhat of a Pay Per View feel. I am looking forward to seeing what happens. A huge match on a huge night with your two biggest stars in the company.

Grade: A

Raw Grade: B+

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