The wrestling world was abuzz with anticipation for the 1st November 2023 episode of AEW Dynamite. Hosted at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky, the episode promised a night of thrilling action and drama. But did the viewership numbers match the hype?
The 1st November episode of AEW Dynamite saw a viewership of 832,000, marking an increase from the previous week’s episode, as confirmed by WrestleNomics.
The 18 to 49 demographic specifically recorded a .28 rating. To put this into perspective, the episode aired on 25th October drew 774,000 viewers, which was a record low for AEW’s flagship Wednesday night show.
This recent spike, albeit small, is a positive sign for the promotion.
AEW Dynamite: Key Highlights of the Night
- AEW International Championship Defence: Orange Cassidy defended his title against Claudio Castagnoli. Cassidy’s successful defence left the audience on a high, setting the tone for the rest of the evening.
- ROH 6-Man Championship Upset: The Elite, comprising Hangman Page and The Young Bucks, defended their titles against the Mogul Embassy, represented by Gates of Agony and Brian Cage. In a surprising twist, The Mogul Embassy clinched the titles, leaving many in shock.
- Omega and Jericho’s Dominance: Kenny Omega and Chris Jericho teamed up to face Matt Menard and Angelo Parker. The duo of Omega and Jericho emerged victorious, adding more anticipation for the upcoming Full Gear event.
- AEW Women’s World Championship: Hikaru Shida defended her title against Willow Nightingale. Shida’s successful defence reinforced her position as a powerhouse in the women’s division.
- Main Event Showdown: The night culminated in an electrifying match as MJF, The Acclaimed, and Billy Gunn took on Bullet Club Gold, led by Jay White, with Juice Robinson and The Gunns. Jay White’s pin on MJF ensured a win for his team, setting the stage for an intense face-off at Full Gear.
Looking Ahead
With the recent viewership numbers showing a positive trend, the question remains: What can Tony Khan and his team do to further boost AEW Dynamite’s ratings?
The wrestling community will be keenly watching the next episodes and the strategies AEW adopts to keep the momentum going.
FAQ
- How many viewers did the 01/11/23 episode of AEW Dynamite attract?
- The episode garnered 832,000 viewers.
- How did this compare to the previous week’s episode?
- The episode aired on 25th October had 774,000 viewers, making the 01/11/23 episode an improvement.
- Where was the 01/11/23 episode of AEW Dynamite held?
- It was hosted at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.
- Who defended the AEW International Championship on this episode?
- Orange Cassidy defended his title against Claudio Castagnoli and emerged victorious.
- Which team won the ROH 6-Man Championship match?
- The Mogul Embassy, represented by Gates of Agony and Brian Cage, won the titles from The Elite.
