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WWE Announces Major Wrestling Events in Atlanta

Fans enjoying a wrestling event at State Farm Arena in Atlanta

News Summary

WWE will host three major wrestling events at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, featuring Saturday Night’s Main Event, the return of WWE Evolution 2, and NXT Great American Bash. Fans eagerly await these thrilling matches, especially the all-women’s Evolution event. Combo tickets go on sale soon, with high competition expected as these events coincide with AEW’s All In in Texas. The growing popularity of women’s wrestling ensures a significant audience for WWE Evolution 2, promising memorable matchups. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of wrestling entertainment.

Atlanta, Georgia will become the center of professional wrestling excitement as WWE announces three major events scheduled for the weekend of July 12, 2025, all taking place at the State Farm Arena. Fans can look forward to a packed wrestling weekend featuring WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, the long-awaited return of WWE Evolution 2, and the NXT Great American Bash.

The first event, WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, is set to kick off on July 12 at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT. Following that, on July 13 at 7 PM ET/4 PM PT, WWE Evolution 2 will mark the return of the all-women’s premium live event, exciting fans who have eagerly awaited its comeback. Though the specific date for the NXT Great American Bash has not yet been announced, it will also take place during the same weekend, promising to round out an action-packed series of events.

Combo tickets for all three events will be available for purchase starting this Wednesday, with a pre-sale opportunity commencing the day prior on Tuesday. Given the high-profile nature of these events, it is anticipated that tickets will sell quickly.

The announcement of this weekend’s events was made during the airing of WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event on NBC and Peacock on May 24, stirring excitement among wrestling fans. This will be the first Evolution event since October 28, 2018, a significant occasion that took place in Uniondale, New York. The previous Evolution featured a headline match between Ronda Rousey and Nikki Bella for the Raw Women’s Championship and showcased some of the most outstanding female talent in wrestling.

The hype surrounding the return of Evolution has been palpable, fueled further by speculations from various wrestlers about possible matches and storylines. Notable was a potential spoiler shared by Nikki Bella that suggested significant excitement ahead of the event. The anticipation for Evolution 2 reflects the appreciation fans have for women’s wrestling, especially given that the first Evolution event included legendary matches, such as Becky Lynch versus Charlotte Flair for the SmackDown Women’s Championship, widely regarded as one of the best women’s matches ever.

The weekend of July 12, 2025, will be particularly competitive as it also coincides with AEW’s All In event taking place in Texas. This scheduling underscores the growing popularity and fan engagement in the world of professional wrestling as rival promotions look to capitalize on dedicated fan bases. The dual events present fans with an exciting choice of wrestling action to enjoy over the weekend.

With the evolution of women’s wrestling gaining momentum in recent years, the return of WWE Evolution is poised to attract a significant audience. Given the previous success and the expectations for high-caliber matches, WWE Evolution 2 will likely be a highlight for wrestling fans both in attendance and watching from home.

As the date approaches, anticipation will undoubtedly build for all three major WWE events. Fans should prepare for a thrilling weekend in Atlanta, showcasing the best of what professional wrestling has to offer.