WWE Announces Evolution 2 All-Women Event in Atlanta Amid Mixed Backstage Reaction

WWE has officially announced Evolution 2, an all-women's premium live event set for July 13 in Atlanta, but the backstage reaction among the women's roster has been mixed. Most women in the division only learned about the event when it was publicly announced, with only some top talent and one legend aware in advance, who may be booked for the show. Some wrestlers expressed concerns about the 'curtain call' moment from the first Evolution event, noting it was not something WWE would have men do, and others worried that low turnout—especially competing with a nearby Beyoncé concert and increased hotel prices—could lead to the event being discontinued. There is also skepticism about adding Evolution 2 to WWE's already crowded premium live event schedule. However, some veteran talent are optimistic, hoping the event will provide opportunities for underutilized women to shine and that legends will be integrated with newer talent to help build the division, stressing that WWE must actively build the event for it to succeed. Overall, recent creative frustrations and the surprise announcement contributed to a less enthusiastic atmosphere compared to the first Evolution.