The ratings for the 1st episode of AEW Dynamite in 2023 have been published.

On average, 864,000 people watched Dynamite with a key demographic rating of 0.26. The figures have been obtained via Brandon Thurston of Wrestlenomics:

AEW Dynamite last night on TBS (8-10pm):
864,000 viewers
P18-49 rating: 0.26
#4 cable original in P18-49
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AEW has seen a drop in viewers compared to the previous week. As the December 28th New Year’s Smash edition of Dynamite drew an average audience of 876,000, the drop in viewers calculates to approximately 1.4%. The key demo rating held steady, as both December 28th and January 4th obtained an 18-49 rating of 0.26.

As reported by ShowBuzz Daily, AEW Dynamite ranked 4th overall for key demographic viewership on Wednesday night. NBA Basketball took the top spot in the rankings.

AEW Dynamite saw a major title change take place in the main event.