Viewership Numbers for 12/20 WWE SmackDown and AEW Rampage – The December 20 episode of WWE SmackDown drew 1.326 million viewers on the USA Network, marking a drop from the 1.530 million viewers the show attracted on December 13. The pre-taped broadcast also recorded a decline in the key 18–49 demographic, scoring a 0.37 rating compared to the previous week’s 0.47.
The episode faced stiff competition from the Notre Dame vs. Indiana college football playoff game, which aired on ESPN and ABC. The high-stakes matchup drew over 12.8 million viewers, significantly impacting SmackDown’s viewership.
Most Viewed WWE SmackDown (12/20) Videos on YouTube
- FULL MATCH: Bloodline win big after Shinsuke Nakamura attacks LA Knight (477K views)
- Bianca Belair & Naomi vs. Nia Jax & Candice LeRae in title bout (385K views)
- Braun Strowman throws trees at Carmelo Hayes (353K views)
- Kevin Owens on attacking Cody Rhodes: “It wasn’t my fault” (342K views)
- Braun Strowman’s anger leads to Carmelo Hayes victory (258K views)
AEW Rampage also experienced a dip in its December 20 broadcast. The Saturday episode drew 227,000 viewers, down from the 279,000 viewers recorded on December 13. Its 18–49 demographic rating saw a similar decline, dropping from 0.09 to 0.06.
Rampage was similarly affected by the Notre Dame vs. Indiana game, which overlapped with its timeslot and dominated the sports landscape that evening.
Most Viewed AEW Rampage (12/20) Videos on YouTube
- Hobbs and Davis meet The Don Callis Family in a HARD HITTING clash! (119K views)
- Brody King Battles Komander in a CLASH of Styles in The Continental Classic! (86K views)
- The Don Callis Family has Something IMPORTANT to Say! (53K views)
- Lio Rush & Action Andretti go to WORK as they Gun for the Tag Team Titles! (43K views)
Both shows faced significant challenges maintaining their audiences amid such fierce competition. The NCAA playoffs are known to draw massive viewership numbers, making it difficult for wrestling programming to compete in real time.
While both WWE and AEW saw declines, the holiday season and heightened sports viewership often lead to temporary shifts in ratings trends. Both companies will look to regain momentum heading into the new year.
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Viewership Numbers for 12/20 WWE SmackDown and AEW Rampage
