The WWE development brand is set to make its way back to Atlanta for the NXT event, The Great American Bash 2025, scheduled for Saturday, July 12th, 2025, at the iconic Center Stage Theater. This occasion will directly coincide with AEW’s All In: Texas and marks the 13th iteration of The Great American Bash under WWE’s legacy.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 12th, 2025
Start Time: 3 PM ET / 12 PM PT
Venue: Center Stage Theater, Atlanta, Georgia
Streaming: Peacock (USA), Netflix (International)
Fans in the US can watch live on Peacock, while international viewers will catch the event on Netflix; the WWE Network will be available in other regions.
Match Card Highlights
- NXT Championship: Obafemi (c) vs. Yoshiki Inamura
- NXT Women’s North American Championship: Sol Ruca (C) vs. Izzi Dame
- Tag Team Match: Jordynne Grace & Blake Monroe vs. Fatal Impact (Fallon Henley & Jayne)
- TNA World Championship Contract Signing: Trick Williams, Joe Hendry, Mike Santana
Championship Focus
NXT Championship Showdown
Obafemi will defend his NXT Championship against Yoshiki Inamura, who earned his shot by defeating Jaspert Roy in a number one contender match. This clash adds an exciting international dimension to the NXT main event scene.
NXT Women’s North American Championship
Expect an action-packed encounter as Sol Ruca faces Izzi Dame in what promises to be a fast-paced showdown. Dame secured her title opportunity with a victory over Ruca in a recent tag team match, aided by a costly mistake from Ruca’s partner, Zaria.
Cross-Promotion Details
A notable highlight will be the signing of the contract for the TNA World Championship match at Slamibari. Current champion Trick Williams will compete in a triple threat match with Joe Hendry and Mike Santana on July 20th, showcasing the partnership between WWE and TNA Wrestling.
The card will also feature Jordynne Grace and Blake Monroe taking on Fatal Impact (Fallon Henley and Jayne), marking Monroe’s televised WWE debut. Grace recently earned her title shot for the Women’s Championship after a strong performance to become the number one contender.
Historic Venue
The Great American Bash returns to the esteemed Center Stage Theater, a venue that served as a classic WCW location from 1989 to 1992, where it staged events for wrestling fans in Georgia.
AEW Competition
The event’s 3 PM ET start will directly compete with AEW’s All In: Texas, marking a significant clash reminiscent of the Monday Night Wars. The Great American Bash will kick off a thrilling weekend for WWE in Atlanta, leading into the main event later that evening at 8 PM on Sunday, July 13th.
Fan Take: For NXT fans, this announcement is a thrilling opportunity to witness a storied event return to its historic roots, where both emerging stars and established talent will clash. The face-off against AEW adds an extra layer of excitement, as fans await the results of this competitive showdown, which could shape the future landscape of wrestling.
