The May 8, 2025, edition of AEW Collision delivered another night of intense storytelling and chaotic energy, highlighted by one of the most shocking heel acts of the year. With major storyline developments and a ramp-up toward next week’s stacked Dynamite, viewership saw a healthy week-over-week bump.
According to Programming Insider, AEW Collision drew 382,000 viewers on TNT, up from 341,000 on May 3. In the 18–49 demographic, the show earned a 0.09 rating, also an increase from last week’s 0.06. These figures reflect linear TV viewership and do not include streaming numbers from Max.
The latest episode of AEW Collision saw Ricochet show why he’s one of the most despicable heels in the company as he attacked Zach Gowen and stole his prosthetic leg, leading to a match being confirmed between them for next week’s episode of AEW Dynamite.
Jon Moxley also sent one last warning to Samoa Joe before their highly anticipated cage match for next week’s episode of AEW Dynamite. This and many other moments took place throughout the night that definitely entertained fans from start to finish.
With Tony Khan’s continued focus on delivering compelling storytelling and high-impact wrestling, AEW remains committed to growing Collision’s viewership.
| Metric | May 8, 2025 | May 3, 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 382,000 | 341,000 | +12.0% |
| 18–49 Demo Rating | 0.09 | 0.06 | +50.0% |
| Max Streaming Included? | No | No | N/A |
Ringside News will continue to provide weekly updates on AEW’s ratings and major storylines, so stay tuned for more insights into how Collision performs in the weeks ahead.
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