WWE Raw Sees Viewership Boost on Netflix with AJ Lee’s Return, Hits #8 Globally for September 8, 2025 Episode

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The September 8, 2025 episode of WWE Raw experienced a notable uptick in global viewership on Netflix, drawing in 2.6 million views and accumulating 5.1 million hours watched during the tracking week, according to official Netflix data. This performance secured Raw the #8 spot in Netflix’s global rankings, marking a positive bounce back following the previous week’s dip[1][2][5].

AJ Lee’s highly anticipated Raw return following her unexpected comeback on SmackDown generated significant buzz, helping to boost interest in the show. This episode featured top-tier WWE talent including CM Punk, Becky Lynch, Seth Rollins, LA Knight, Jey and Jimmy Uso, AJ Styles, Rhea Ripley, Nikki Bella, Asuka, and others. The combination of star power and compelling storylines resonated well, reflected in both global views and engagement metrics[1][2].

Despite competition from the NFL’s Monday Night Football season debut, WWE Raw managed to maintain solid viewership numbers. The show was ranked eighth globally overall for the week and sixth in the United States, slightly down from the previous week’s fifth place. Notably, Raw was in the Netflix top ten across 14 countries, including the US, Canada, UK, Mexico, and India[2].

The episode’s shorter runtime of 1 hour and 48 minutes, compared to 2 hours and 6 minutes the prior week, contributed to the slight decrease in total hours viewed even as global views rose. Over the past ten weeks, Raw has averaged approximately 2.69 million global views and 5.38 million hours viewed, underscoring its continued international popularity[2].

Key moments from the September 8 episode included an intense in-ring promo and brawl involving The Usos (Jimmy and Jey), Bronson Reed, and Bron Breakker, with LA Knight joining to set up a main event matchup. AJ Styles claimed a victory over El Grande Americano thanks to assistance from Dragon Lee, while Raquel Rodriguez overcame Lyra Valkyria in women’s competition. The main event saw Bronson Reed defeat LA Knight in a high-energy bout[3].

The most viewed WWE Raw clips on YouTube from this episode underscored fan interest in specific storylines:

AJ Lee and CM Punk challenging Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins (2.9 million views)
LA Knight’s confrontation with The Vision aiding The Usos (820K views)
Jey Uso’s surprising spear on LA Knight (752K views)
AJ Styles’s passionate promo criticizing Raw officials (479K views)
Rhea Ripley’s heated backstage exchange with Asuka (426K views)[1]

According to WWE insider reports shared with Fightful and Wrestling Headlines, AJ Lee’s Raw return was a strategic move by WWE to reignite fan excitement around the flagship show amid ongoing competition from other sports and streaming content. Sources close to the company noted that Lee’s appearance and chemistry with established stars like CM Punk and Becky Lynch created organic storytelling opportunities that WWE plans to build on in upcoming weeks[1][5].

WWE.com and Fightful’s post-show podcasts have praised the September 8 episode for its pacing and blend of veteran presence with rising stars, highlighting the production’s ability to engage both traditional TV viewers and Netflix streaming audiences. Fans are encouraged to catch up on results and full show breakdowns through official WWE channels and affiliated wrestling media sites[1][3].

In summary, WWE Raw’s September 8, 2025 episode saw a solid rebound in viewership on Netflix, fueled by AJ Lee’s high-profile return and strong performances from core talents. The show’s #8 global ranking on a major streaming platform signals WWE’s adaptability in the evolving entertainment landscape and its continued draw among professional wrestling fans worldwide.

Sources: WWE.com, Fightful Wrestling, Wrestling Headlines, Wrestling Observer/F4W Online, WrestleZone

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