The September 15th edition of WWE SmackDown on FOX saw a significant increase in viewership, according to preliminary numbers. The episode drew 2.445 million viewers overnight, a notable jump from the previous week’s overnight number of 1.969 million. Additionally, out of the 2.445 million viewers, 834,000 fell within the coveted 18-49 demographic, marking a 36% increase from September 8th.
One of the main factors contributing to this surge in ratings was the highly anticipated appearance of The Rock, who not only made an appearance on the show but also engaged in physicality with Austin Theory. The Rock’s involvement created a buzz among fans, further amplified by John Cena’s heavily advertised presence and his backstage encounter with his old rival. For a detailed account of The Rock’s full involvement on the show, click here.
While these numbers are preliminary, final ratings are expected to be released next week, and they typically reflect an increase in viewership and demo ratings. It is safe to say that the combined star power of The Rock and John Cena played a significant role in SmackDown’s success, resulting in one of its biggest weekend wins to date.
For more information on the surge in viewership and demo ratings for WWE SmackDown, you can read the full article on Wrestling Headlines.