WWE is gearing up to revive its historic all-women’s Premium Live Event (PLE), Evolution, in the summer of 2025, marking the return of a show that has been highly anticipated by fans and wrestlers alike since its inaugural edition in 2018. The news has sparked excitement across the wrestling community, with many seeing it as a significant step forward for the women’s division, which has seen substantial growth in recent years. The return of Evolution promises to provide a dedicated platform for female superstars to shine, showcasing the depth and talent within WWE’s roster.
According to a report from PWN, WWE is tentatively planning to hold the second-ever Evolution PLE on July 5, 2025, at the Mohegan Sun Casino & Resort in Uncasville, Connecticut. While the date and location are not yet set in stone, the report indicates that WWE is actively working on bringing the event back, a move that aligns with the company’s recent efforts to elevate women’s wrestling.
The first Evolution event, held on October 28, 2018, at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, was a landmark moment for WWE, featuring an all-women’s card with stars from RAW, SmackDown, NXT, and NXT UK, as well as legends like Trish Stratus and Lita. The show was headlined by Ronda Rousey defending the RAW Women’s Championship against Nikki Bella, with Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair stealing the show in a Last Woman Standing match for the SmackDown Women’s Championship.
Adding to the momentum of this report, WrestleVotes shared a significant update, stating, “After speaking with sources, we can confirm WWE is set to bring back the highly anticipated ‘Evolution’ PLE this summer. The return of the all-women’s event is expected to be officially announced before WrestleMania.”
While WrestleVotes did not specify the exact date or location, their confirmation aligns with the PWN report, lending further credibility to the likelihood of Evolution’s return.
The original Evolution event in 2018 was a direct response to fan demand for greater representation of women in wrestling, coming on the heels of controversy surrounding the lack of women’s matches at the Greatest Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia earlier that year. The show featured seven matches on the main card, including the final of the 2018 Mae Young Classic tournament, and was widely praised for its quality and historical significance. However, despite its success, WWE did not follow up with a second Evolution event in the years that followed, a decision that disappointed many fans and performers.
Former WWE executive Stephanie McMahon later revealed that the company had considered hosting another Evolution in 2019, but the focus shifted to Crown Jewel, which featured the first-ever women’s wrestling match in Saudi Arabia.
The call for Evolution’s return has been a recurring theme among WWE’s female superstars. Bayley, a Grand Slam Champion, has been vocal about her desire for a sequel, stating in a February 2025 interview with Screen Rant, “I’ve been dying for an Evolution 2, and I think now is the perfect time. Bigger than ever, we have more girls than ever. We can have a freaking back-to-back two night show if we wanted to, like WrestleMania. There’s so many girls, so many at NXT, we got this TNA partnership, we got two new titles. What are we doing? Let’s do it!”
Bayley’s comments reflect the current state of WWE’s women’s division, which has grown significantly since 2018. The introduction of two new mid-card titles—the Women’s United States Championship and the Women’s Intercontinental Championship—along with the NXT Women’s North American Championship, has created more opportunities for women to compete for gold, making the timing for Evolution’s return ideal.
The potential lineup for Evolution 2025 could be a showcase of WWE’s current and past talent, drawing from the main roster, NXT, and possibly even legends, as the original event did. With stars like Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair, and Bayley still at the forefront, alongside rising talents like Giulia, Stephanie Vaquer, and Roxanne Perez, the event has the potential to deliver a stacked card. The partnership with TNA could also open the door for crossover appearances. Additionally, the recent achievements of women like Vaquer, who became the first woman to hold two NXT women’s titles simultaneously, highlight the division’s depth and the need for a platform like Evolution to celebrate these milestones.
However, some skepticism remains about WWE’s commitment to the event. The company has a history of prioritizing other PLEs, as seen in 2019 when Crown Jewel took precedence over a potential Evolution sequel. Furthermore, the 2018 event, while a fan favorite, reportedly did not receive the same level of internal support within WWE, with some suggesting it was more of a PR move to counter backlash from the Saudi Arabia shows rather than a genuine long-term investment in women’s wrestling. Critics argue that if WWE were truly committed to elevating the women’s division, a second Evolution would have happened sooner, especially given the division’s growth and the main event opportunities women have earned at shows like WrestleMania in 2019 and 2021.
Despite these concerns, the reported return of Evolution in 2025 signals a potential shift in WWE’s approach under Triple H’s creative leadership. The women’s division has been a focal point of his tenure, with more television time, significant storylines, and the introduction of new titles. If the event is officially confirmed before WrestleMania 41, as WrestleVotes suggests, it could set the stage for a major moment in women’s wrestling, giving superstars a dedicated spotlight to showcase their talents on a grand stage. For now, fans and wrestlers alike will be eagerly awaiting an official announcement, hoping that Evolution 2025 will live up to the legacy of its predecessor and mark a new era for women in WWE.
