ESPN's review of the WWE event Wrestlepalooza was generally critical, giving the event an overall grade of C and describing it as "underwhelming." The best match, Stephanie Vaquer vs. Iyo Sky, was praised as a "phenomenal display" and received a B+ grade, which helped elevate the event somewhat from average. However, other matches scored lower, with the John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar match receiving the lowest rating of C- due to a short and limited display. Most of the remaining matches were rated with C grades. ESPN noted the event fell short of expectations, especially given the hype and higher subscription cost on ESPN's platform compared to previous streaming services. The review suggested WWE has an opportunity to improve for upcoming events like WWE Crown in October. Regarding WWE Raw, ESPN's coverage included updates such as John Cena's appearances since his upcoming retirement, tag team matches, and story buildup before Wrestlepalooza, but the main critical review focused on the premium live event itself rather than the weekly Raw show. In summary, the ESPN review highlighted that while there were standout moments, overall Wrestlepalooza was a disappointing event in terms of storytelling, in-ring performance, and entertainment value, receiving a lukewarm reception from ESPN critics and fans alike.