The Long-Awaited WWE Evolution Comeback
WWE created history in 2018 when it held Evolution, its first-ever all-women premium live event. The program, which featured the amazing talent and storytelling skills of WWE’s female superstars, was a huge hit. Ever since fans have been demanding a sequel in the hopes that WWE would continue to build on the success and give the women’s division the recognition it so well deserves. But even with the first Evolution’s popularity, a second one hasn’t happened yet. Ronda Rousey recently disclosed that the WWE did contemplate bringing Evolution back, but only if she continued to work for the organization following WrestleMania 35. Concerns concerning WWE’s dedication to its women’s division and the possibility of future all-women events are raised by the decision to postpone Evolution 2.
The Impact of Ronda Rousey on WWE Evolution 2
Ronda Rousey disclosed in an interview with DS of Ring the Belle that she received a seductive offer from WWE following WrestleMania 35. In exchange for her staying longer, the organization promised to host another Evolution event in six weeks, featuring a highly anticipated single match between Rousey and Becky Lynch. The long-brewing animosity would have culminated in this match, which fans had been eagerly awaiting. But Rousey had previously promised her family that she would give up wrestling following WrestleMania. Rousey refused to back down, keeping her word to her family in the face of WWE’s best attempts to lure her with the prospect of Evolution 2.
Rousey’s choice underscores the fine line professional wrestlers have to walk when juggling their personal and professional obligations. Rousey believed it was time to put her family first because the pressures of her career were starting to negatively affect it. During the interview, Rousey stated that she wasn’t willing to ask her family for more because she had already prolonged her wrestling career beyond what she had originally intended. “It’s what I promised them,” Rousey stated. “I’m not going to keep moving the goalposts; I promised you that I would stay this long, and I promised them that I would only stay this long.”
The Potential Matchup Between Ronda Rousey and Becky Lynch
Evolution 2’s main event could have been a blockbuster match between Ronda Rousey and Becky Lynch in a singles match. The two had previously faced off in a historic triple-threat match in the main event of WrestleMania 35 alongside Charlotte Flair. Many fans, meanwhile, were left wanting more from the battle when Lynch controversially submitted Rousey in a later-disputed finish, sparking controversy. At Evolution 2, a singles match might have been the ideal setting for Lynch and Rousey to finally settle their differences.
Unfortunately, this fantasy bout would never happen, at least not at Evolution 2, due to Rousey’s decision to quit the WWE following WrestleMania. The fact that Rousey left and then got hurt—a broken knuckle that gave her “an extra little nub”—made her choice to walk back even more certain. Even though WWE tried to “dangle that carrot” of Evolution 2, Rousey finally decided to put her health and family first.
WWE Evolution’s Future: Will It Ever Happen Again?
Even though Ronda Rousey’s exit may have diminished the likelihood of Evolution 2, there is still a significant desire for an event that is only for women. Regardless of her involvement, Rousey herself expressed hope that WWE will someday bring Evolution back. “I don’t think they need me for it, and hopefully they’ll bring it back,” Rousey remarked. “They just need to have faith in women, as they are capable of succeeding.” The venue was sold out for that amazing event, and I think there ought to be more.
There is a demand for all-women’s wrestling shows, as the first Evolution event’s success showed. Since 2018, the women’s divisions in WWE and NXT have only become bigger, with rising stars and up-and-coming talent alike. A second Evolution might demonstrate the breadth and depth of WWE’s female roster, underscoring the remarkable advancements made in women’s wrestling in recent years.
Possible Partnerships: WWE and TNA’s Relationship
Due to WWE’s new agreement with the company, one exciting potential for a future Evolution event is the involvement of superstars from TNA. A cross-promotional match between some of the best female wrestlers from both companies might result from this partnership. Imagine a card with potential matchups like Sasha Banks vs. Deonna Purrazzo or Charlotte Flair vs. Jordynne Grace. These matches would not only improve the event but also provide a platform for the world’s top women wrestlers to display their skills.
The alliance with TNA may also assist WWE in overcoming certain logistical obstacles in planning another all-women’s event. WWE might produce a card that seems new and different, giving fans something they haven’t seen before, by combining the talent from both companies. This partnership may be essential to the success of Evolution 2, giving female wrestlers a chance to compete on a worldwide scale.
Is There A Mixed Message in WWE’s Commitment to Women’s Wrestling?
Although the inaugural Evolution was a great success and the women’s divisions are still expanding, WWE’s hesitation to reveal a second all women’s event conveys a conflicting message. With women hosting WrestleMania and assuming key positions in weekly programming, WWE has, on the one hand, made great progress in promoting women’s wrestling. However, the fact that there won’t be another Evolution event implies that WWE might not be ready to completely commit to the concept of a program featuring just women.
According to Ronda Rousey, WWE would have been willing to hold Evolution 2 if she had stayed, which suggests the corporation thinks the event would be worthwhile—but only if Rousey or another well-known figure could headline it. This begs the issue of whether WWE still depends on celebrity power to generate crowds, or whether it genuinely believes in the potential of its Women’s division.
Evolution 2 Is Needed Now
The necessity for a second all women’s event is becoming more and more evident as WWE develops. There is a significant demand for women’s wrestling, as seen by the original Evolution’s popularity and the expansion of NXT and WWE’s women’s divisions. Thanks to WWE’s recent relationship, TNA talent will be included, which increases the possibility of an event that is genuinely unprecedented.
Even if Ronda Rousey isn’t involved anymore, WWE has enough talent to produce an exciting and profitable Evolution 2. It’s time for WWE to revive its all-women pay-per-view, and the organization needs to take advantage of this chance to highlight the amazing skills that its female superstars possess. The crowd is ready, the roster is ready, and if enough work is put in, WWE Evolution 2 has the potential to be a historic occasion that forever changes the face of women’s wrestling.
