WWE Raw Ratings dip Amidst NFL Competition, But Remains a Global Force
Monday Night Raw faced a significant challenge this week, going head-to-head with the highly anticipated NFL season debut on Monday Night Football. Despite the competition, the show featuring stars like Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch, alongside a special appearance from Shelton Benjamin (Lee) after a decade away, still managed to hold its own on a global scale. Here’s a detailed look at how Raw performed and what these numbers mean for the future.
raw Viewership: A Closer Look
Raw secured the eighth position globally overall for the week, and sixth in the United States. This represents a slight dip from last week’s fifth-place ranking. I’ve found that competing with major sporting events like the NFL always presents a viewership hurdle.
Several factors contributed to this week’s performance. The show’s runtime was noticeably shorter – 1 hour and 48 minutes – compared to the previous week’s 2 hours and 6 minutes. A shorter runtime naturally translates to fewer potential viewing hours.
However,Raw continues to resonate with international audiences. It landed in the top ten in 14 countries, including key markets like Canada, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and India.This demonstrates the brand’s enduring global appeal.
Over the last ten weeks, Raw has consistently averaged 2.69 million global views and 5.38 million global hours viewed. This provides a solid baseline for evaluating future performance.
What You Saw on Raw This Week
Beyond the return of Shelton Benjamin, this week’s Raw delivered a compelling lineup. Bronson Reed battled LA Knight in a featured match, while The Usos opened the show with a significant segment. Asuka also took on Nikki Bella in a highly anticipated contest. These matches and segments contributed to the overall viewership, even amidst the NFL’s draw.
Raw’s Performance Over the Last 10 Weeks – The Numbers
Here’s a breakdown of Raw’s viewership and hours viewed over the past ten weeks, giving you a clear picture of the show’s recent trajectory:
| Episode Date | Global Views | Global hours |
|---|---|---|
| September 8, 2025 | 2.6 million | 5.1 million |
| September 1, 2025 | 2.4 million | 5.2 million |
| August 25, 2025 | 2.6 million | 5.0 million |
| August 18,2025 | 2.8 million | 5.4 million |
| August 11,2025 | 2.8 million | 5.3 million |
| August 4, 2025 | 3.0 million | 6.1 million |
| July 28, 2025 | 2.7 million | 5.5 million |
| July 21,2025 | 2.7 million | 5.7 million |
| July 14, 2025 | 2.7 million | 5.4 million |
| July 7, 2025 | 2.6 million | 5.1 million |
| Average | 2.69 million | 5.38 million |
What does This Mean for WWE?
While the slight dip in viewership is understandable given the NFL competition, the consistent global engagement is encouraging. It’s clear that WWE’s programming continues to attract a dedicated international fanbase.
Here’s what I believe WWE will focus on moving forward:
* Strategic Scheduling: Carefully considering the sports calendar when planning major storylines and events.
* Content Diversification: Continuing
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