AEW Dynamite ratings drop despite wrestling action on October 21
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 1:13 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026

The October 21 episode of AEW Dynamite, following the WrestleDream pay-per-view, averaged 661,000 viewers, reflecting an 8% decrease from the previous week. In addition, the viewership fell 12% below the trailing four-week average of 752,000 viewers. However, the show saw an increase in key demographics, posting a 0.15 rating in the 18-49 range, up 7% from the prior week, and matching the four-week average. The events included Ilja Dragunov's debut victory over Mike Bailey and upcoming title opportunities for Mark Davis, Jake Doyle, and Queen Aminata. Ratings continue to be influenced by shifts in audience preferences and competition from other programs.
- •AEW Dynamite averaged 661,000 viewers on October 21.
- •The show dropped 8% from the previous week's ratings.
- •Ilja Dragunov debuted successfully against Mike Bailey.
- •Mark Davis and Jake Doyle earned a shot at tag team titles.
- •Queen Aminata secured a title shot against Persephone.
- 1:13 PMWrestling Inc — AEW Dynamite Viewership & Ratings Report, 10/21/2026
"After an action packed WrestleDream pay-per-view, the October 21 episode of "AEW Dynamite" had an interesting week in the TV ratings.
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