The matchup is official: IYO SKY will defend her Raw Women’s World Championship against Rhea Ripley in the main event of WWE Evolution 2, taking place tonight, July 13, 2025, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. The event streams live on Peacock (US) and Netflix elsewhere .
🔥 Match Background & Build-Up
- Sky vs. Ripley history: Iyo regained the title from Rhea on Raw back in March—an upset win enhanced by interference from Bianca Belair .
- Momentum: Since then, Ripley has been on a tear (including a gritty Street Fight victory) and is pushing for redemption . Iyo, meanwhile, has confidently taken on this challenge head-on, expressing her readiness on X (formerly Twitter):
“I’m nervous. I’m excited. But more than anything… I’m READY!”
🌟 Predictions & Expectations
- Vince Russo’s take: Russo believes Rhea might win her title back, suggesting it’s “Rhea’s time to go over,” given their previous back-and-forth booking .
- Analyst outlook (CinemaBlend): With Iyo perhaps creatively underused and Ripley still very credible, some predict Rhea could reclaim the belt tonight .
🗓 Tonight’s Card Highlights
Here are a few key matches alongside the main event:
- Tiffany Stratton vs. Trish Stratus – SmackDown Women’s Title
- Becky Lynch vs. Bayley vs. Lyra Valkyria – Intercontinental Women’s Title
- Jade Cargill vs. Naomi – No Holds Barred
- Battle Royal – Winner earns World Title shot at Clash in Paris
🧭 What to Watch
- Will Rhea Ripley overcome her past setbacks (including a nagging back injury) and reclaim her title?
- Or will IYO SKY continue her meteoric rise and defend her championship under the bright lights of Evolution?
This showdown tops a card stacked with high-stakes title matches and intense rivalries, making tonight a major moment for WWE’s women’s division—especially at a women-only Premium Live Event.
Enjoy the show! 🎤💥
