Atlanta, July 13, 2025 — WWE’s Evolution 2025, staged at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, delivered a landmark evening that marked new heights for women’s wrestling—both in-ring and on streaming. With 8,351 fans in attendance, it was the first all-women’s pay‑per‑view to be carried live on both Peacock (U.S.) and Netflix (international)—a strategic move that significantly broadened WWE’s digital footprint.
The card featured seven high-stakes matches across the Raw, SmackDown, and NXT brands, blending today’s stars with returning legends. Headlining the historic event was Naomi’s dramatic Money in the Bank cash-in, earning her the Women’s World Championship in a triple-threat showdown against Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley.
Naomi, the 37-year-old veteran, regained the spotlight. Earlier this year, she claimed the prestigious Women’s Money in the Bank briefcase, becoming the first Black woman to do so in a six-woman ladder match. After a brutal No‑Holds‑Barred contest loss to Jade Cargill, her night seemed over—until she seized her moment. With rip-roaring timing, Naomi cashed in during the Sky–Ripley main event, delivered a split-legged moonsault, and clinched the championship—her first top singles title since 2017.
The original singles match between Sky and Ripley was a spectacle—25 minutes of high-flying and power-driven offense. Iyo Sky enthralled fans with daring top-rope spots, countered by Ripley’s commanding suplexes and powerbombs. When the referee was incapacitated, Ripley capitalized on her signature Riptide, setting the stage for Naomi’s interference. Afterwards, Ripley and Sky shared a poignant moment, acknowledging their historic performance in the first-ever all-women’s Evolution to main event.
Tiffany Stratton solidified her hold on SmackDown’s Women’s Championship by defeating Hall of Famer Trish Stratus with flair and composure. In another highly anticipated matchup, Jade Cargill bested Naomi in a grueling No‑Holds‑Barred match refereed by Bianca Belair, which ended with Naomi being tossed through a car windshield. Becky Lynch claimed the Intercontinental Women’s Title with cunning and grit, emerging victorious in a tense triple-threat against Bayley and Lyra Valkyria. In tag action, Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez retained their Women’s Tag Team Championships in a Fatal-4-Way, while Jacy Jayne dethroned Jordynne Grace for the NXT Women’s Title. Stephanie Vaquer triumphed in the battle royal, earning a guaranteed title shot at Clash in Paris on August 31.
This unprecedented dual-stream on Peacock and Netflix marked WWE’s first all-women’s show to achieve such reach. It underscores WWE’s evolving content strategy under the recent 10‑year Netflix deal and Peacock partnership: placing marquee live events across global platforms to engage diverse audiences. Analysts say that using both services could make Evolution 2025 WWE’s broadest-reaching all-women’s event yet, tapping into Peacock’s U.S. subscriber base and Netflix’s international reach.
While some wrestlers had tempered expectations, citing conflicting events affecting buzz, post-show sentiment hailed Evolution as a triumph. Naomi emerged as the evening’s top story, and the top-tier execution of main-event competitors Ripley and Sky garnered significant acclaim.
Naomi’s win sets the stage for fresh rivalries. Social media is already alight with speculation—Charlotte Flair hinted on X at a possible return to challenge Naomi for the title. Meanwhile, Tiffany Stratton’s reign continues to draw attention; Jade Cargill may lay claim for another shot after her emphatic performance. And with Vaquer’s upcoming match in Paris, WWE is cementing its rollout of women-centered narratives across continents.
Evolution 2025 was more than a show—it was a statement. Seven years after the first Evolution in 2018, WWE delivered a polished, multi-brand showcase that married championship athleticism, storytelling, and strategic global distribution. By doubling down on streaming and spotlighting women’s wrestling, WWE is not just elevating performers—it’s reshaping its entertainment model.
As the dust settles in Atlanta, one thing is clear: women’s wrestling is not just equal—it’s leading.
