According to the latest figures from Programming Insider, WWE SmackDown attracted 2.314 million viewers on Friday night, alongside a demographic rating of 0.66 in the 18 to 49 age group. These numbers reflect a minor decrease in overall viewership compared to the previous week, which saw 2.329 million viewers tuning in, but an increase in the demographic rating from 0.64.
This Week’s WWE SmackDown Highlights:
The episode opened with WWE United States Champion Logan Paul being confronted by Kevin Owens, leading to Owens’ victory over Austin Theory, with Paul providing commentary.
In a significant development, Bayley announced her departure from Damage CTRL, citing behind-the-back talks, and set her sights on challenging IYO SKY at WrestleMania 40.
Tiffany Stratton also made her SmackDown ring debut, securing a win against Mia Yim.
The evening concluded with Cody Rhodes stepping back to allow The Rock to challenge Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40.
What were your thoughts on this week’s WWE SmackDown? Do you have a favorite moment or match? Share your opinions in the comments section below.
The Miz vs. Jeff Hardy
The show kicked off with a match between The Miz and Jeff Hardy. The two have been feuding for weeks, and this match was no exception. The Miz, known for his sneaky tactics, tried to use a steel chair to gain an advantage, but Hardy was able to counter and secure the win with a Swanton Bomb. This was a great start to the show and set the tone for the rest of the night.
The New Day vs. Shinsuke Nakamura and Cesaro
The New Day, consisting of Kofi Kingston and Big E, faced off against the team of Shinsuke Nakamura and Cesaro. This match was fast-paced and full of high-flying moves. In the end, The New Day was able to secure the win, but not without interference from Sami Zayn, who has been causing trouble for The New Day for weeks. This rivalry is far from over, and we can’t wait to see what happens next.
Bayley’s Championship Celebration
Bayley, the current SmackDown Women’s Champion, celebrated her recent victory over Nikki Cross. However, her celebration was cut short by Cross, who demanded a rematch for the title. Bayley accepted the challenge, but only if Cross could defeat her best friend, Sasha Banks, in a match next week. This added twist to the rivalry between Bayley and Cross has fans on the edge of their seats.
Braun Strowman vs. John Morrison
In a surprising turn of events, Braun Strowman faced off against John Morrison, who was filling in for The Miz. Strowman dominated the match, but The Miz’s interference caused a disqualification. This led to a tag team match between Strowman and Heavy Machinery against The Miz, Morrison, and Dolph Ziggler. In the end, Strowman and Heavy Machinery emerged victorious, but the rivalry between Strowman and The Miz is far from over.
The Fiend’s Return
The most anticipated moment of the night was the return of The Fiend, Bray Wyatt’s alter ego. He made his presence known by attacking Alexa Bliss, who has been involved in a storyline with Wyatt for weeks. This shocking moment has fans speculating about what will happen next in this twisted rivalry.
Our Review
Overall, this week’s SmackDown was action-packed and full of surprises. The matches were entertaining, and the storylines are developing nicely. The return of The Fiend was the highlight of the night, and we can’t wait to see where this storyline goes. We give this week’s SmackDown a solid 9/10.
What did you think of this week’s SmackDown? Let us know in the comments. And don’t forget to tune in next week for more exciting WWE action.
This article first appeared on Wrestlezone, highlighting the fluctuating viewership and demographic success of WWE SmackDown on February 2.