As we reported earlier here on eWn, this week’s post-WrestleMania 40 edition of WWE RAW drew 2,352,000 viewers on the USA Network. This is up from the 1,784,000 viewers the show did last week.
The key 18-49 demo was a 0.83 rating, up from last week’s 0.59 rating.
Brandon Thurston of WrestleNomics has now reported the quarter-hour numbers, which saw the Q3 segment featuring Cody Rhodes and The Rock topping three million viewers.
You can check out the quarter-hour numbers below:
8:00: 0.91 demo rating (2.677 million viewers) – Triple H, Cody Rhodes video
8:15: 1.03 demo rating (2.946 million viewers) – Cody Rhodes & Rock promo
8:30: 1.09 demo rating (3.194 million viewers) – Cody Rhodes & Rock promo
8:45: 0.91 demo rating (2.624 million viewers) – Nakamura vs. Dragunov
9:00: 0.91 demo rating (2.616 million viewers) – Judgemnt Day & Awesome Truth segment
9:15: 0.81 demo rating (2.339 million viewers) – Six-Man Tag with John Cena
9:30: 0.77 demo rating (2.165 million viewers) – Indi Hartwell vs. Roxanne Perez, backstage segments
9:45: 0.75 demo rating (2.067 million viewers) – Imperium promo
10:00: 0.69 demo rating (1.989 million viewers) – Chad Gable & Sami Zayn vs. Imperium
10:15: 0.70 demo rating (1.982 million viewers) – Chelsea ; Green vs. Jade Cargil, backstage segments
10:30: 0.66 demo rating (1.840 million viewers) – Fatal Four-Way #1 Contender’s match
10:45: 0.68 demo rating (1.872 million viewers) – Fatal Four-Way #1 Contender’s match
By comparison, last year’s ‘RAW After WrestleMania’ special on April 4th drew a 0.61 demo rating and 2,101,000 viewers.
This week’s episode of WWE RAW went head-to-head with the NCAA men’s basketball championship game featuring UCONN and Purdue, which averaged 14,820,000 viewers.
The post-WrestleMania edition of WWE RAW proved to be a success, as it drew in a significant increase in viewership compared to the previous week. According to eWrestlingNews, the show garnered 2,352,000 viewers on the USA Network, up from the 1,784,000 viewers it attracted last week. This surge in viewership indicates the excitement and anticipation surrounding the aftermath of WrestleMania 40.
One of the most notable aspects of the ratings was the increase in the key 18-49 demographic. The rating for this demographic rose from 0.59 to 0.83, showcasing the appeal of WWE RAW to a wide range of viewers. This increase is a positive sign for the WWE, as it demonstrates that they are successfully engaging with their target audience.
Brandon Thurston of WrestleNomics provided further insight into the viewership numbers by breaking them down into quarter-hour segments. The third quarter-hour segment, featuring Cody Rhodes and The Rock, emerged as the highlight of the show, attracting over three million viewers. This segment’s success can be attributed to the star power and charisma of both wrestlers, who have a strong fan base.
Analyzing the quarter-hour numbers reveals interesting trends throughout the show. The ratings peaked at 1.09 during the 8:30 segment, which continued to feature Cody Rhodes and The Rock. This indicates that their presence on screen was a major draw for viewers. Additionally, the 9:15 segment, which showcased a Six-Man Tag match with John Cena, garnered a rating of 0.81, indicating continued interest from the audience.
It is worth noting that WWE RAW faced tough competition during its airing. The show coincided with the NCAA men’s basketball championship game between UCONN and Purdue, which averaged a staggering 14,820,000 viewers. Despite this competition, WWE RAW managed to hold its own and attract a substantial audience.
Comparing this year’s post-WrestleMania episode to the previous year’s, it is evident that WWE RAW has made significant progress. Last year’s ‘RAW After WrestleMania’ special on April 4th drew a demo rating of 0.61 and 2,101,000 viewers. This year’s episode surpassed those numbers, indicating growth and increased interest in the WWE product.
Overall, the post-WrestleMania edition of WWE RAW was a success in terms of viewership. The show experienced a significant increase in viewers compared to the previous week, with the key 18-49 demographic also showing growth. The quarter-hour numbers highlighted the popularity of segments featuring Cody Rhodes and The Rock, while tough competition from the NCAA men’s basketball championship game did not deter viewers. With these positive results, WWE RAW continues to solidify its position as one of the premier wrestling shows on television.