WWE SmackDown before HIAC saw success in ratings

WWE SmackDown before HIAC saw success in ratings

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WWE SmackDown before Hell in a Cell gained viewership despite Roman Reigns being absent

The Tribal Chief is the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Ahead of the recently-concluded Hell in a Cell show, SmackDown saw an impressive increase in ratings despite the absence of Roman Reigns. Prior to Sunday's event, SmackDown featured the return of Madcap Moss along with a six-pack challenge between the women's division for a shot at the title. The main event then saw The Usos defend their titles against the teams of Riddle and Shinsuke Nakamura. The build-up to the event and the advertised title match seems to be enough to draw back the lost numbers the brand has been experiencing recently. As reported by , it was revealed that last week's episode drew an average of 1.93 million average viewers. The show's key-demo rating also increased to 0.47 (613,000), the highest it has been since April of this year. The previous episode of the show garnered 0.43 in the 18-49 demo. He also reported that another Friday night show, AEW Rampage, which aired on TNT, garnered 475,000 views with a 0.14 (183,000) key demo. WWE Smackdown, Friday on Fox:
1,939,000 viewers
P18-49: 0.47 (613,000)

AEW Rampage, Friday on TNT at 10pm:
475,000 viewers
P18-49: 0.14 (183,000)

WWE Smackdown, Friday on Fox:1,939,000 viewersP18-49: 0.47 (613,000)AEW Rampage, Friday on TNT at 10pm:475,000 viewersP18-49: 0.14 (183,000) The June 3rd also featured The New Day, Drew McIntyre, The Brawling Brutes, a backstage segment involving Max Dupri, and a match between Jinder Mahal and Humberto.

WWE SmackDown ranking on television overall

In a follow-up tweet, Brandon Thurston also reported that the blue brand ranked second on television overall on the day in P18-49. Meanwhile, AEW's Rampage ranked 14th in P18-49 among cable originals for the day. And it ranked #27 if it includes broadcast primetime. Smackdown ranked #2 on television overall on the day in P18-49.

Rampage ranked #14 in P18-49 among cable originals for the day, according to Showbuzz Daily. Including broadcast primetime, it ranked #27.Smackdown ranked #2 on television overall on the day in P18-49.Rampage ranked #14 in P18-49 among cable originals for the day, according to Showbuzz Daily. Including broadcast primetime, it ranked #27. Even with the absence of the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion in the line-up, it looks like the episode was still able to get people to tune in. With Money in the Bank looming large, it remains to be seen how things will pan out in the coming weeks. Did you know Scott Steiner slapped a pro wrestling legend? Don't believe us? . Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found
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