WWE Raw Ratings Dip Against Home Run Derby Competition

One big thing: WWE Raw’s viewership drops amid competition

WWE Raw’s viewership and ratings saw a decline in the July 15, 2024 episode, facing stiff competition from the MLB Home Run Derby.

By the numbers:

• 1.669 million total viewers (down 5% from previous week)
• 0.55 rating in 18-49 demographic (down 5% from previous week)
• 7% decrease from the four-week average in total viewership
• 5% decrease from the four-week average in 18-49 rating

Why it matters:

This decline interrupts Raw’s recent streak of strong ratings following the debut of the Wyatt Sicks faction. The competition from a major sporting event highlights the challenges WWE faces in maintaining viewership in a crowded entertainment landscape.

The bigger picture:

• Despite the week-to-week decline, Raw remains up 5% in total viewership and 16% in the 18-49 demo compared to Q3 2023
• However, total viewership is down 3% compared to July 2023, indicating a potential long-term trend to monitor

Key highlights from the show:

• Rhea Ripley’s prominent non-physical role, following her return last week
• Ripley confronting Dominik Mysterio over his interactions with Liv Morgan
• Ripley challenging Morgan for the Women’s World title at SummerSlam
• Dominik Mysterio losing a match against Jey Uso

What’s next:

WWE will need to focus on creating compelling storylines and match-ups to counteract potential viewership challenges as we approach SummerSlam season.

How do you think WWE can improve Raw’s ratings in the face of strong competition from other sports and entertainment options? Share your thoughts in the comments below.