WWE.com today posted the following:
Raw is always one of the highest-rated weekly programs on cable television. This past Monday, however, over 2.5 million new viewers tuned into WWE’s flagship show. In total, Raw reached nearly 9 million people on New Year’s Day, making it the highest rated episode since the summer.
The American Airlines Arena in Miami was sold out for the much-anticipated battle between Kevin Federline and WWE Champion John Cena. Many celebrities were in attendance that night, including Shaquille O’Neal and several members of the Miami Heat.
Pro Wrestling Insider reports that, according to Nielsen Media Research, Monday’s RAW did a 3.9 cable rating (5.9 share) with hours of 3.9 and 3.9. This is a rather high number for a holiday show, likely due to the promotion around Kevin Federline’s appearance.
Also from PWInsider, the Decmeber 30 AM RAW got a 0.5 cable rating (1.4 share) at 9 a.m. and a 1.0 (4.3 share) at 2 a.m. Last Friday’s Smackdown did a final 2.4 broadcast rating (4.2 share). And Tuesday’s ECW did a 1.5 cable rating (2.4 share).
