The latest episode of WWE SmackDown, aired on 14th July 2023, attracted a substantial audience, continuing its trend of high viewership.
However, the show experienced a slight dip in numbers, pulling in 2,309,000 viewers on FOX. This figure is a decrease from the previous week’s viewership of 2,561,000.
Despite the drop, the numbers remain impressive, demonstrating the show’s enduring popularity.
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WWE SmackDown: Key Demographic Performance
In the crucial 18-49 demographic, WWE SmackDown scored a 0.62 rating. This is a slight decrease from the previous week’s rating of 0.76.
The 18-49 demographic is highly sought after by advertisers, and a strong performance in this category is a positive sign for the show’s commercial success.
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Reporting the Ratings
The ratings were reported by Brandon Thurston of WrestleNomics, a trusted source for wrestling statistics and analysis.
Thurston’s reporting provides an in-depth look at the performance of WWE SmackDown, offering insights into the show’s viewership trends.
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Highlights of the Show
The episode featured several high-profile matches that likely contributed to the large viewership. Asuka faced off against Bianca Belair in a much-anticipated match.
The tag team of Pretty Deadly, consisting of Elton Prince and Kit Wilson, took on The Brawling Brutes, Ridge Holland and Sheamus.
Bayley and Zelina Vega also squared off in the ring, while AJ Styles, Santos Escobar, Butch, and Grayson Waller competed in a thrilling four-way match.
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The WWE SmackDown Phenomenon
Despite the slight dip in viewership and key demographic ratings, WWE SmackDown continues to draw large numbers.
The show’s ability to consistently attract millions of viewers is a testament to its enduring appeal and the quality of its content.
The exciting line-up of matches, combined with the star power of its wrestlers, keeps fans tuning in week after week.
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