Rhea Ripley is leading the charge for the future of women’s wrestling, recently using her platform on the Ebro Laura Rosenberg Show to advocate for Evolution 3.
As of April 6, 2026, the “Mami” of WWE is reflecting on the massive success of last year’s all-women’s premium live event while pushing the company to make it a permanent fixture on the annual calendar.
The Push for “Evolution 3”
Ripley expressed frustration with the long gap between the first two events but remains optimistic that the momentum from 2025 will bridge the divide.
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The 8-Year Wait: Ripley noted the long hiatus between the original 2018 event and Evolution 2 (July 2025).
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The Goal: She wants the event to be a “yearly thing,” stating that the women’s division proved they could carry a show of that magnitude.
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Legacy: At 29 years old, Ripley is focused on leaving the company better than she found it for the next generation of female superstars.
“I feel like we went out there and we showed everyone exactly what we can do… I really want to leave this company where the women’s division is better off.” — Rhea Ripley
Flashback: The Chaos of Evolution 2 (July 2025)
The second edition of the all-women’s showcase is remembered for one of the most shocking endings in recent history:
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The Main Event: Originally a grueling battle between Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY for the Women’s World Championship.
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The Heist: In the closing moments, Naomi sprinted to the ring to cash in her Money in the Bank contract.
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The Result: Naomi pinned IYO SKY to become the new Women’s World Champion, leaving both Ripley and the fans in a state of shock.
Women’s Division: Current Landscape (April 2026)
The division is currently reaching a fever pitch as WrestleMania 42 approaches in Las Vegas.
| Feature | Current Status |
| Top Champion | Naomi (Women’s World Champion) |
| Rising Star | Jade Cargill (Heavily rumored to face Rhea Ripley at Mania) |
| NXT Standout | Blake Monroe (Mariah May), currently dominating the North American title scene. |
The WrestleMania 42 Connection
While Ripley is focused on the long-term goal of an all-women’s PPV, her immediate focus is Las Vegas on April 18–19. With TKO executives pushing for mainstream “corporate synergy” (as seen with the controversial Pat McAfee/Randy Orton alliance), Ripley has remained a vocal locker room leader, ensuring the women’s matches receive the marquee billing they earned at Evolution 2.
Would you like me to check if WWE has officially added Evolution 3 to the 2026 schedule, or perhaps look for the latest betting odds for the rumored Ripley vs. Cargill clash at WrestleMania?