In the world of professional wrestling, where history is often shaped by sweat, sacrifice, and seismic moments, October 28, 2018, stands as a watershed in the evolution of women’s wrestling. That night, the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, bore witness to WWE Evolution, the company’s first-ever all-women’s pay-per-view — a landmark event that didn’t just make history, it rewrote it.
This wasn’t just a night of matches. It was a coronation. A cultural moment. A reckoning that long overdue recognition had arrived for the women who had, for decades, fought for a spotlight that so often eluded them. And now, nearly seven years later, WWE is ready to do it again.
But before we dive into Evolution II, scheduled for Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, we must first remember where it all began — and why Evolution 2018 remains one of the most important nights in the history of not just WWE, but professional wrestling as a whole.
Evolution 2018: A Night for the Ages
Evolution wasn’t a token gesture. It was a full-fledged PLE (then called PPV) stacked with championship clashes, dream matches, and generational showdowns that proved once and for all that women’s wrestling wasn’t a novelty — it was a main event.
Featured Matches & Results:
- Last Woman Standing Match
Becky Lynch (c) vs. Charlotte Flair – SmackDown Women’s Championship
A brutal, emotionally charged war that defined both women’s careers. Tables, chairs, kendo sticks — all weapons of defiance in a match that was less about animosity and more about supremacy. Becky Lynch retained in what many consider the match of the night — and possibly of the year. - Main Event: Raw Women’s Championship: Ronda Rousey (c) vs. Nikki Bella
A battle between mainstream crossover megastar and reality-era trailblazer. Rousey defeated Nikki Bella via armbar in a high-profile main event that attracted mainstream attention and validated Ronda as a serious in-ring competitor. - Mae Young Classic 2018 Final: Toni Storm vs. Io Shirai
A dazzling showcase of the global scope of women’s wrestling. Storm won, but both competitors elevated their stock — and Io Shirai began planting seeds that would later bloom into one of NXT’s greatest careers. - NXT Women’s Championship: Kairi Sane (c) vs. Shayna Baszler
A technical, hard-hitting bout. Shayna Baszler regained the title, showcasing her dominance and continuing her legendary NXT run. - Six-Woman Tag Match: Sasha Banks, Bayley & Natalya vs. The Riott Squad
A fan-favorite opener that delivered the kind of fast-paced, story-rich wrestling fans had come to love from the Four Horsewomen generation.
Appearances & Legends:
- Trish Stratus & Lita vs. Mickie James & Alicia Fox (with Alexa Bliss)
The Hall of Famers didn’t miss a step. Stratus and Lita reminded the world why they were once the standard bearers of women’s wrestling — and why they remain revered today. - Historic Battle Royal (for a future title opportunity)
Featuring legends like Alundra Blayze, Molly Holly, Ivory, Michelle McCool, Torrie Wilson, and Kelly Kelly, alongside modern stars like Asuka, Ember Moon, Nia Jax, Mandy Rose, and Sonya Deville. Nia Jax emerged victorious, but it was the visual of past and present sharing the ring that told the bigger story.
The Impact: Evolution’s Legacy
WWE Evolution 2018 broke barriers. It silenced skeptics. It wasn’t just a “historic first” — it was proof of concept that women could headline, draw money, tell compelling stories, and move merch just like — and sometimes better than — their male counterparts.
It inspired a new generation of girls and women to lace up boots. It opened the door to women’s main events at WrestleMania. It cemented the Four Horsewomen — Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair, Sasha Banks, and Bayley — as generational talents. And it lit the fuse on the global women’s wrestling revolution we see flourishing in WWE, TNA, AEW, STARDOM, and beyond.
But despite its success, Evolution was never given a direct sequel… until now.
Evolution II – Sunday, July 13, 2025 – Atlanta, Georgia
Nearly seven years later, WWE is officially bringing back Evolution — and this time, the moment feels even more monumental.
Taking place in the heart of wrestling country — State Farm Arena in Atlanta, the home of icons like Jacqueline, Jazz, and even Georgia Championship Wrestling — Evolution II aims not just to recreate the magic of 2018, but to evolve the legacy.
WWE Women’s World Championship
Iyo Sky (c) vs. Rhea Ripley
In a surprising show of confidence, Iyo Sky chose the most dangerous challenge available: Rhea Ripley, the eradicator herself. Their paths last crossed at WrestleMania 41 in a triple threat match also involving Bianca Belair, where Sky managed to sneak out the win. But now, it’s one-on-one, and Ripley is seething with unfinished business. This could be a battle of dominance vs. defiance, as Sky defends her title in arguably the biggest match of her career.
NXT Women’s Championship
Jacy Jayne (c) vs. Jordynne Grace
When Jordynne Grace, former TNA’s powerhouse and crossover sensation, bulldozed through a mini-tournament on NXT, fans knew something special was brewing. Grace versus Jayne is more than a title bout — it’s a culture clash. Jayne’s brash, cunning style meets Grace’s pure intensity. This is WWE’s developmental queen defending the throne against an outside invader hungry to reign.
WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships – Fatal 4-Way Match
Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez (c) vs. Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair (RAW) vs. SmackDown Team TBA vs. NXT Team TBA
With Liv Morgan sidelined due to a shoulder injury, the future of the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships briefly hung in limbo. But opportunity often rises from adversity, and Roxanne Perez has boldly stepped into the breach alongside powerhouse Raquel Rodriguez. Together, they form a mix of grit and youth — but standing across the ring will be a combustible concoction of chaos and ambition.
On RAW, the tag team representing the brand at Evolution was decided in a high-stakes triple threat match. In a bout packed with tension and talent, Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair — a duo as unlikely as they are decorated — emerged victorious over Piper Niven & Alba Fyre (collectively known as The Secret Hervice) and the street-tough pairing of B-Fab & Michin.
Despite being reluctant allies, Bliss and Flair showed flashes of brilliance — and blistering ego. In the final moments, Flair bulldozed Niven with a Spear before delivering a disrespectful tag to Bliss with a patronizing pat on the head. Flair then hit her signature moonsault, setting up Bliss to finish the job with a picture-perfect Twisted Bliss onto Niven and Fyre. The victory solidified them as RAW’s representatives in what now feels like a ticking time bomb of egos and excellence.
With SmackDown and NXT’s duos yet to be revealed, the landscape remains volatile. Will it be another patched-together tandem, or could one of WWE’s established teams enter to tip the scales? One thing is certain: this match is more than a title defense — it’s a statement match.
Expect alliances to break, rivalries to spark, and careers to be made. This Fatal 4-Way promises not only action but the possibility of ushering in a new era for women’s tag team wrestling.
No Holds Barred Match
Jade Cargill vs. Naomi
This isn’t just a feud — it’s a personal war. Months of bad blood, including Naomi throwing Jade through a windshield, have led us here. Cargill, fresh off a monumental Queen of the Ring win over Asuka, is hotter than ever. Naomi, armed with the Money in the Bank briefcase, has nothing to lose and everything to prove. In a lawless setting, two of the fiercest athletes in the industry will settle the score in what could steal the show.
WWE Women’s Championship
Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Trish Stratus
This match is dripping with symbolism. Trish Stratus, one of the trailblazers of the original women’s revolution, steps up once again — this time challenging the “Buff Barbie” of the modern era, Tiffany Stratton. Having recently teamed together in a win, Stratton’s arrogance may be her downfall. But Stratus is chasing more than a title — she’s chasing legacy. A win would make her the most decorated woman in WWE history.
No. 1 Contender’s Battle Royal
Participants TBA
What better way to showcase the division’s depth than an all-out Battle Royal? With future title shots on the line and surprise returns likely, this match could produce the next breakout star or a returning legend with unfinished business. Who will punch their ticket to Clash in Paris?
Why Evolution II Matters More Than Ever
In 2025, women’s wrestling is no longer a sideshow — it’s a main event attraction across the globe. But Evolution II isn’t about proving that women can go — it’s about celebrating that they always could.
This show will be a generational handshake: the legends who paved the path, the workhorses who fought for revolution, and the future stars who will carry it all forward.
It’s not just a pay-per-view. It’s a movement. A message. That wrestling is for everyone, and that the story of women’s wrestling is still being written — by the women who refused to be written off.
Final Thoughts
When the lights go down on July 13 in Atlanta, it won’t just be about titles, rivalries, or even legacy. It’ll be about witnessing a lineage reborn — with Our Roots in 2018, and Our Future in 2025.
Because this is not just Evolution —
This is Revolution… on a bigger stage than ever before.
Let the world watch. Let the women shine.
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