Less than two weeks away, WWE is set to host the second Evolution event, a premium live all-women’s wrestling show taking place in Atlanta, Georgia. The inaugural event was held in Long Island in October 2018, featuring then British Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley in a special dark match. Ripley recently reflected on her match during the 2025 SummerSlam kickoff, calling it one of the most memorable moments of her career.
Ripley remarked, “Evolution 1 was a groundbreaking event for women in this industry. Now with a second event happening, we’re just beginning.” She added that competing at the first Evolution against Dakota Kai for the NXT UK Women’s Championship was a career highlight. Interestingly, she noted that Evolution 1 coincided with the day she started wrestling in Australia for Riot City Wrestling six years ago, highlighting how destiny plays a role in her journey. Looking ahead, Ripley declared that Evolution 2 marks the next chapter, expressing confidence that women will take over WWE and the pay-per-view event.
Ripley won the NXT UK Women’s Championship in August 2018, but this was aired months later on tape delay, so WWE doesn’t officially recognize her defense against Dakota Kai during her reign. Nonetheless, the match remains significant to her. Currently, Ripley is involved in a storyline conflict with Judgment Day as she prepares for Evolution 2, while Dakota Kai is serving a 90-day non-competition clause following her release from WWE.
Fan Take: This update is a thrilling reminder of how far women’s wrestling has come, with Evolution events spotlighting their rise in WWE. For fans, Ripley’s journey symbolizes both legacy and future dominance, promising exciting storylines and competition that could elevate the sport to new heights.
