Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese attract 2.6 million viewers for WNBA matchup
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Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese drew an audience of 2.6 million viewers on ESPN during their WNBA matchup, setting a new cable record for any WNBA game, whether from the regular season or playoffs. This event highlights the growing interest in women's basketball, fueled in part by the performances of standout players like Clark. The record viewership signifies a continued upward trend in ratings for the league, which has seen significant growth in recent years. As the season progresses, the expectation is that such high viewer numbers may become more common.
- •Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese featured in a record-setting WNBA game on ESPN.
- •The matchup attracted 2.6 million viewers, surpassing previous records.
- •This event reflects the rising popularity and visibility of women's basketball.
- •The league continues to experience growth in TV ratings during the season.
- 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever set TV viewership records on ESPN, Ion
- 12:05 AMFox News — Caitlin Clark helps WNBA shatter another TV ratings record as Fever-Dream draws massive audience - Fox News
"Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese drew 2.6 million viewers on ESPN, shattering the previous cable record for any WNBA game, regular season or playoffs.
"As Caitlin Clark and Indiana continue to soar up the WNBA standings, the Fever have set even more TV viewership records.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 10:54 PMCaitlin Clark, Indiana Fever set TV viewership records on ESPN, Ion
As Caitlin Clark and Indiana continue to soar up the WNBA standings, the Fever have set even more TV viewership records.
- Fox NewsAug 19, 2026, 12:05 AMCaitlin Clark helps WNBA shatter another TV ratings record as Fever-Dream draws massive audience - Fox News
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese drew 2.6 million viewers on ESPN, shattering the previous cable record for any WNBA game, regular season or playoffs.
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