WWE Evolution 2025: A Long-Awaited Return That Truly Delivered

Fans had been waiting for seven long years for WWE to bring back the all-women’s Evolution event. Finally, on July 13, 2025, the big day arrived and it turned out to be even better than most fans had expected. After years of delay, silence, and excuses, WWE finally gave the fans what they had been hoping for: a second Evolution event focused only on women’s wrestling.

Background of the First Evolution Event

The first Evolution event was held on October 28, 2018. It happened shortly after WWE’s controversial decision to hold the Greatest Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia, a country known for its poor treatment of women. At the time, many fans believed Evolution was simply WWE’s way of calming the criticism they received for working with Saudi Arabia.

After that, fans kept asking for another Evolution show. But WWE kept giving reasons why it couldn’t happen. They said stars like Ronda Rousey were needed for it to succeed. They also claimed that women’s wrestling didn’t sell enough tickets. During the COVID-19 pandemic, they blamed the lack of a crowd. However, other wrestling companies, like the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), were able to hold women-only events during the same time.

WWE Finally Listens to the Fans

In 2025, WWE finally stopped making excuses and brought Evolution back. The second Evolution took place during a busy wrestling weekend that included AEW’s All In event and NXT’s Great American Bash. Fans were excited to watch so many high-profile matches in just a few days.

In AEW, Toni Storm defended her Women’s World Championship against Mercedes Moné and won. Athena also picked up a big win in the Women’s Casino Gauntlet match. Over in NXT, the women’s division delivered two great matches. One was Sol Ruca defending the NXT Women's North American Championship, and the other featured Blake Monroe and Jordynne Grace winning a tag match against Jacy Jayne and Fallon Henley.

Key Highlights of Evolution 2025

One of the most talked-about moments of Evolution 2025 was the return of Stephanie McMahon. She made a surprise appearance at the start of the show and talked about the importance of the event. Later in the night, she came back to raise the arm of the Evolution Battle Royal winner, Stephanie Vaquer.

Stephanie Vaquer’s win earned her a championship match at WWE’s upcoming Clash in Paris event on August 31, 2025. This was a major moment and showed that WWE is serious about giving new stars a chance.

The Battle Royal: A Fan Favorite

The Evolution Battle Royal was one of the night’s best matches. It featured women from all WWE brands Raw, SmackDown, and NXT, and even included WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella. Fans enjoyed several exciting moments during the match. Nikki eliminated Chelsea Green, and Zelina Vega took out Giulia. Lash Legend also stood out by making it to the final two. She was finally eliminated by Stephanie Vaquer, who won the match.

Blake Monroe Turns Heel

Another big surprise happened when Blake Monroe turned heel just one day after her WWE in-ring debut. She had teamed up with Jordynne Grace at the NXT event and even stood in her corner during a title match. But during that match, Blake suddenly attacked Jordynne with the championship belt.

While some fans appreciated the storyline twist, others felt the turn was too quick. Many were excited to see Blake as a good character (babyface) for a while before switching roles. Still, her performance was strong, and she played the villain role well.

Trish Stratus Returns, But Not Everyone Is Happy

WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus returned for a match at Evolution. She got a big reaction from the crowd and was treated like a legend. However, not all fans were pleased. Some felt that a full-time, active wrestler should have been given the opportunity instead of Trish.

While Trish gave it her best and the fans cheered for her, critics argued that she has already had many “last matches” and doesn’t need another major spotlight. Even the commentary team made it seem like this could be her final match again. Some fans are tired of repeated comebacks and want WWE to focus more on current talent.

Emotional Moment: Melina Appears

One of the most emotional parts of the night came when Melina, a former WWE women’s champion, was shown in the crowd. For longtime fans, this was a very touching moment. Melina has always been seen as an underappreciated star in women’s wrestling, so seeing her on screen brought tears to some fans’ eyes.

Several other legends were also in attendance, including Jazz, Jacqueline, Ivory, and Torrie Wilson. Their presence gave the event a nostalgic feel and reminded everyone of how far women’s wrestling has come.

More Exciting Matches

The Evolution event featured a Triple Threat match for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. Becky Lynch successfully defended her title against Bayley and Lyra Valkyria in a thrilling contest. There was also a fast-paced tag team match that kept the crowd on its feet.

Every match on the card showed that women’s wrestling has reached a high level. The wrestlers delivered top performances, and the fans responded with loud cheers and support throughout the show.

Why WWE Should Make Evolution an Annual Event

This second Evolution event proved that there is strong interest and support for women’s wrestling. The matches were exciting, the stories were meaningful, and the crowd was fully engaged. WWE can no longer ignore the demand for this type of event.

Here are a few things fans would love to see if Evolution becomes a yearly event:

• All women’s championships should be defended on the card.
• Wrestlers from other promotions like TNA should be invited to take part.
• Include surprise entries in matches, such as former stars or popular indie wrestlers.
• Female commentators should be included to add more representation.
• A Women’s Championship Scramble match should be added. This match style has not been used in years and has never been done for the women’s division.

Final Thoughts

Fans waited seven years for a second Evolution event, and WWE finally delivered. The show reminded everyone that women’s wrestling has come a long way and deserves its own spotlight. From surprise returns to new stars getting their moment, Evolution 2025 was a celebration of how powerful, skilled, and exciting women’s wrestling can be.

Now, fans hope they won’t have to wait another seven years. Evolution proved that it belongs on WWE’s yearly calendar and fans are ready for the next one.