All Elite Wrestling’s recent edition of AEW Dynamite experienced a notable decline in viewership, prompting reactions from Tony Khan regarding AEW ratings. The Six Year Anniversary episode aired last Wednesday but drew an average of just 465,000 viewers and posted a low 0.09 rating in the key 18-49 demographic. This drop appears linked to changes in Nielsen’s TV ratings measurement methodology.
The Wednesday episode featured several major moments, including the debut of El Clon and the unexpected comeback of Andrade El Idolo, alongside key storylines involving the roster’s biggest names. Despite the exciting content, the ratings failed to match those of the prior week’s broadcast.
Impact of New Nielsen Ratings System on Viewership Figures
Recent changes in how television ratings are calculated have introduced a combined Big Data and panel-based approach, replacing Nielsen’s previous panel-only model. This method aims to refine accuracy by incorporating a larger data set and more detailed audience measurement. According to Fightful Select, an insider from AEW conveyed that Tony Khan is fully informed about these developments and understands their consequences for reported ratings.
Moreover, it was revealed that ratings figures from Dynamite and Collision on the MAX streaming platform are not publicly shared and remain confidential within the organization. These shifts in measurement and reporting may account for the sudden decline in the visible metrics that have traditionally defined AEW’s television audience performance.
Details of Upcoming AEW Dynamite Lineup
The next AEW Dynamite episode will air on Tuesday, October 7, from Daily’s Place in Jacksonville, Florida, breaking from its usual Wednesday night schedule. Several matches and encounters have been announced, promising high stakes and ongoing narrative development:
- Mercedes Mone (c) will issue an open challenge for the TBS Championship, with her opponent yet to be determined.
- Kyle Fletcher (c) is set to defend the TNT Championship against Kyle O’Reilly.
- Orange Cassidy will face off against PAC in a featured singles match.
- The Jurassic Express tag team will compete against an unannounced adversary.
- Brodido will take on a double threat from Kazuchika Okada and Konosuke Takeshita in a Double Jeopardy Eliminator Match.
- Jon Moxley is matched against Tomohiro Ishii in a hard-hitting contest.
- The Hurt Syndicate will meet The Demand in a street fight encounter.
- A face-to-face meeting between Hangman Adam Page and Samoa Joe is scheduled.
These bouts build momentum toward WrestleDream 2025, AEW’s upcoming major pay-per-view event, with Tony Khan and his creative team continuing to shape storylines aimed at engaging their dedicated fanbase.
Uncertainty Surrounds Ratings Recovery Going Forward
It remains to be seen whether AEW Dynamite’s ratings will recover in upcoming shows following the recent drop. The evolving Nielsen measurement system introduces variables that may influence public perception of AEW’s audience size. Additionally, the discreet handling of viewership data from streaming platforms like MAX adds complexity to the overall assessment of the promotion’s reach.
As AEW pushes forward with new episodes and storylines, Tony Khan’s awareness of these rating fluctuations suggests the company may adjust strategies to address the nuances of modern viewership metrics. Fans and industry observers will watch closely to see how the promotion navigates these challenges.
“…Tony Khan is well aware of the aforementioned changes and their implications.”
– Fightful Select source
