The WWE Friday Night SmackDown episode on December 19, 2025, aired on USA Network and featured significant moments, particularly the intensified rivalry between Wyatt Sixx and MFT. Despite the dramatic content, the show experienced a decline in viewership.
Programming Insider reported that the episode attracted an average of 995,000 viewers, down from 1,124,000 on December 12, marking a drop of 129,000 viewers or around 11.5%. In the critical 18-49 age demographic, SmackDown’s rating fell to 0.21 from 0.25 the previous week.
Highlights included Wyatt Sixx defending the WWE Tag Team Titles against MFT in a heated match that ended without a winner, followed by a major brawl to close the show. Additionally, Julia made a brief appearance alongside Alba Fire, continuing her feud with Chelsea Green.
A comparison of weekly viewership shows the following changes:
| Metric | December 12, 2025 | December 19, 2025 | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 1,124,000 | 995,000 | -129,000 | -11.5% |
| P18-49 Demo Rating | 0.25 | 0.21 | -0.04 | -16.0% |
Ringside News will continue tracking the latest viewership trends and major developments on Friday Night SmackDown as WWE gears up for Saturday Night’s Main Event.
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Fan Take: The dip in viewership this week serves as a wake-up call for WWE to keep storylines gripping and fresh. For fans, it highlights the importance of compelling rivalries and events that can maintain excitement and keep audiences coming back every week.
