List of WWE Monday Night Raw Results – Episode 173 (August 19, 1996)

Owen Hart defeats The British Bulldog via Count-out

Singles Match

Owen Hart scored a significant count-out victory over his tag partner and brother-in-law the British Bulldog — a result that highlighted the complex and competitive dynamic within the Hart Foundation's extended family connections.

Vader defeats Freddie Joe Floyd

Singles Match

The massive Vader crushed the underdog Freddie Joe Floyd in a powerful showcase of the former WCW champion's overwhelming physical dominance.

Sudden Death Battle Royal

Sudden Death Battle Royal — Participants: Goldust, Sycho Sid, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Savio Vega

A special 'Sudden Death' format Battle Royal featuring four of Raw's top performers — Goldust, Sycho Sid, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and Savio Vega. The result of the battle royal was not recorded in the source, with the winner not specified.

Shawn Michaels defeats Yokozuna

Singles Match

WWF Champion Shawn Michaels defeated the enormous former champion Yokozuna in a main event that showcased HBK's remarkable ability to use speed, athleticism, and ring intelligence to overcome the most physically imposing opponents.