Fri Jan 10 20:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Netflix’s WWE Monday Night Raw Debut a Knockout Success
**Los Angeles, CA** – WWE’s Monday Night Raw made a stunning debut on Netflix, drawing a massive global audience for its first live stream on the platform. Netflix reports 4.9 million views globally, using a metric of total hours viewed divided by runtime. This figure excludes 92 countries where Netflix doesn’t yet distribute WWE content.
The show saw a significant boost in US viewership compared to its previous airing on the USA Network. VideoAmp data reveals 2.6 million US households tuned in, more than double the 1.2 million average in 2024. While direct comparisons are difficult due to differing measurement methods, Raw’s final episode on USA Network averaged approximately 1.596 million viewers.
The debut episode featured a star-studded lineup and thrilling matches, including Roman Reigns’ victory over Solo Sikoa, Rhea Ripley reclaiming the women’s world championship, and a main event clash between CM Punk and Seth Rollins. John Cena launched his 2025 retirement tour, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson made a highly anticipated appearance. The night also saw a mixed reception for Hulk Hogan’s return.
Netflix’s foray into live sports streaming continues to gain traction. This follows the success of a Mike Tyson boxing match (108 million average minute audience) and NFL games (averaging over 24 million viewers) previously streamed on the platform. The strong viewership figures for Raw suggest a significant potential for Netflix in the live sports market.
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