AEW Collision Scores Big with Grand Slam Episode

One big thing: AEW Collision’s Grand Slam episode sees significant viewership boost

AEW Collision’s first-ever Grand Slam edition on September 28 at Arthur Ashe Stadium drew an average of 435,000 viewers, marking a 25% increase from the previous week.

By the numbers:

• 435,000 average viewers (up 25% from last week)
• 0.13 rating in 18-49 demographic (up 8% from last week)
• 44% increase from the trailing four-week average viewership
• 3rd place finish among cable originals in prime time

Why it matters:

This viewership surge demonstrates the drawing power of AEW’s special events and showcases the potential for growth in the Saturday night wrestling market.

The big picture:

• The Grand Slam episode featured high-profile matches, including an AEW World Trios Championship bout and Kazuchika Okada vs. Sammy Guevara
• This marks Collision’s highest viewership since the All In London go-home show on August 24
• The 18-49 demographic rating (0.13) was also the highest since August 24

Context:

• College football dominated cable ratings on Saturday night
• “Saturday Night Live” season premiere also scored high ratings

What’s next:

AEW will be looking to maintain this momentum and potentially grow their Saturday night audience further.

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