The August 11th edition of WWE SmackDown on FOX saw a significant increase in viewership, according to preliminary numbers reported by Programming Insider. The episode drew 2.650 million viewers, a notable jump from the previous week’s preliminary number of 2.151 million. Additionally, SmackDown scored a rating of 0.6 in the key demographics, which also saw an increase compared to the previous week.
This particular episode of SmackDown was the fallout edition following the highly anticipated SummerSlam event. It featured several noteworthy moments, including Jey Uso’s shocking attack on his own brother, Jimmy Uso. The altercation between the siblings added an unexpected twist to their ongoing storyline. Another significant development during the show was Rey Mysterio capturing the United States Championship, solidifying his position as a top contender in the company.
While these preliminary numbers indicate a positive trend for SmackDown, it’s important to note that final ratings will be released next week. Fans and industry insiders will be eagerly awaiting the official figures to gauge the overall success of the episode.
For more information on the increase in viewership for the SummerSlam fallout edition of WWE SmackDown, you can read the full article on Wrestling Headlines.
Stay tuned for the final ratings and further analysis of the August 11th episode of SmackDown.