Friday’s WWE SmackDown drew 1,030,000 viewers on USA Network, down from the prior week’s 1,238,000 viewers.
It drew a 0.23 rating in the 18-49 demographic, down compared to the prior week show’s 0.35 rating.
That week’s viewership and ratings were the lowest ever for a SmackDown show since its move back to USA Network in September of 2024.
In regards to notable sports competition, the 2025 WNBA Finals Game 1 of Phoenix Mercury vs. Las Vegas Aces drew 1,858,000 viewers on ESPN, the College Football game of Charlotte vs. South Florida drew 749,000 viewers on ESPN2, and the Women’s Volleyball game of Nebraska vs. Penn State drew 943,000 viewers on FOX.
Last year’s SmackDown on October 4, 2024 drew 1,518,000 viewers and a 0.47 rating on USA Network. The September 29, 2023 episode drew 2,319,000 viewers on FOX.
Source: Programming Insider
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