From July 7th to July 13th, both WWE and AEW were packed with thrilling events and memorable matches. Using TheSportster rating system, we highlight the top matches of the week that captivated us.
Throughout the week, shows like Raw, NXT, Dynamite, Smackdown, and Collision kept fans engaged, culminating in an eventful weekend featuring NXT’s spectacular Great American Bash, Saturday Night Main Event, and WWE Evolution 2025.
8. Women’s Casino Gauntlet (AEW All In 2025)
Overall Rating: 8/10
AEW’s women’s division delivered an exciting casino gauntlet match filled with overlapping storylines, surprises, and chaos in the ring. Despite involving many wrestlers, the match avoided feeling cluttered, showcasing quality performances, with Athena earning a win—a well-deserved achievement considering her impressive work in ROH.
7. Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria vs. Bayley (WWE Evolution 2025)
Overall Rating: 8.25/10
The opening match for the Intercontinental Championship at Evolution featured flawless execution from all three competitors. The intense dynamic between Lynch, Bayley, and Valkyria was palpable, with Lynch retaining her title and continuing to elevate the prestige of the IC Women’s Gold.
6. Ethan Page vs. Ricky Saints (NXT Great American Bash 2025)
Overall Rating: 8.25/10
In an intense Falls Count Anywhere match for the NXT North American title, Page and Saints battled fiercely despite the smaller venue’s constraints. They optimized the environment for an entertaining match, showcasing numerous high-impact spots, with Page ultimately retaining his championship.
5. Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada (AEW All In 2025)
Overall Rating: 8.5/10
Though not reaching previous classic heights, this encounter between Omega and Okada stayed methodical, highlighting their deep chemistry and skill. A somewhat disappointing distraction finish did little to diminish the well-executed match.
4. Toni Storm vs. Mercedes Mone (AEW All In 2025)
Overall Rating: 8.5/10
Toni Storm secured her first AEW victory over Mercedes Mone in a physical, character-driven contest for the AEW Women’s World Title. The match, while occasionally long, maintained an intense atmosphere and was one of 2025’s standout encounters.
3. Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Naomi (WWE Evolution 2025)
Overall Rating: 9/10
What was headed toward a classic main event at Evolution became even more electrifying with Naomi’s cash-in. The match featured escalating action and story development, leading to potential new rivalries centered around Ripley’s frustration.
2. Young Bucks vs. Swerve Strickland & Will Ospreay (AEW All In 2025)
Overall Rating: 9.25/10
With high stakes on the line, this thrilling tag team match saw the Young Bucks use their veteran skills against the gritty resilience of Strickland and Ospreay. The match was fast-paced and packed with spectacular sequences, culminating in a hard-fought victory for Ospreay and Strickland.
1. Jon Moxley vs. Hangman Adam Page (AEW All In 2025)
Overall Rating: 9.75/10
The week’s top match was a brutal Texas Death Match between Moxley and Page, regarded as one of AEW’s most intense main events. The violent, emotional battle, complete with interference and storytelling, ended perfectly with Page dethroning Moxley, delivering a war fans won’t forget.
Fan Take: This rundown of top matches from WWE and AEW highlights the increasing quality and storytelling depth in women’s and men’s divisions alike, signaling a bright future for the sport. For WWE fans, it showcases the need to stay engaged as competition intensifies and creative efforts push the boundaries of wrestling entertainment.
