The August 1, 2025, episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown was packed with memorable moments and strong matches. One of the biggest highlights was John Cena returning as a babyface after delivering a heartfelt promo. However, the show still saw a dip in viewership.
According to Programming Insider, SmackDown averaged 1.544 million viewers on the USA Network, a decrease from the 1.707 million pulled in on July 25. The show scored a 0.46 rating in the P1849 demographic (down from 0.48) and a 0.60 in the A2554 demo (down from 0.63). It posted a 0.87 household rating, translating to approximately 1.0881.101 million homes reached.
WWE SmackDown August 1, 2025: Viewership and Highlights
This weeks episode ofFriday Night SmackDown featured a lot of memorable moments and that includedJohn Cena turning babyface again after cutting a heartfelt promo and he even shared a beer with Cody Rhodes.
Talla Tonga was also successful in his in-ring debut on WWE television, as he defeated Jimmy Uso in singles competition. This and many other moments took place throughout the night.
WWE SmackDown Viewership Trends and Comparison
| Metric | July 25, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 1,707,000 | 1,544,000 | 163,000 | 9.6% |
| Household Rating (HH) | 0.90 | 0.87 | 0.03 | 3.3% |
| P1849 Demo Rating | 0.48 | 0.46 | 0.02 | 4.2% |
| A2554 Demo Rating | 0.63 | 0.60 | 0.03 | 4.8% |
| Estimated Homes Reached | ~1.121M | ~1.095M | 26,000 | 2.3% |
Ringside Newswill continue to provide the latest viewership data and key developments from Friday Night SmackDown as WWE builds momentum towards Clash in Paris.
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