In the latest episode of WWE Raw, the red brand delivered a plethora of explosive segments and high-stakes matches, featuring marquee superstars such as Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre. The collective efforts of these wrestling icons contributed significantly to making the show a memorable spectacle, keeping the Red brand’s viewership on a commendable trajectory.
According to Wrestlenomics reports, Raw’s viewership experienced minimal decline compared to the previous week, maintaining an average of 1.889 million viewers – only a one percent decrease. The 18-49 demographic rating slightly dipped by 5 percent to 0.58. Remarkably, WWE Raw, alongside ‘The Bachelor,’ jointly secured the top spot in ratings and viewership on the cable TV network.
The opening segment, featuring a face-off between Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes with the involvement of Drew McIntyre, propelled the show to a strong start, capturing the attention of 2.017 million live viewers and earning a demo rating of 0.59. Impressively, the show maintained a rating above 1.905 million for the subsequent two hours, peaking at 2.042 million during certain pivotal segments in the middle of the event.
Several factors may contribute to WWE’s consistent viewership success. With Elimination Chamber 2024 on the horizon, the anticipation for WrestleMania 40 is already at a fever pitch. The promotional machinery is in full swing, with the WrestleMania 40 Kick Off press conference event generating buzz for the mega-event.
The recent confrontation between The Rock and Roman Reigns on SmackDown has likely fueled the viewership surge, adding intrigue to the unfolding storylines. Additionally, fans are eagerly awaiting confirmation on whom Cody Rhodes, the 2024 Royal Rumble winner, will face at WrestleMania 40, heightening the anticipation surrounding the event.
Cody Rhodes’ immense fan support is evident, as reflected in the robust viewership during the initial segment of Raw. As the road to WrestleMania progresses, the wrestling universe remains captivated, eager to witness how both Raw and SmackDown will continue to captivate audiences in the coming weeks.