The January 14, 2026 episode of AEW Dynamite delivered a memorable night of action, including MJF retaining his AEW World Title against Bandido in a solid match.
According to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer, AEW Dynamite averaged 526,000 viewers on TBS, up from the 516,000 viewers recorded on January 7, which was New Year’s Eve. In the key P18–49 demographic, the show earned a 0.08 rating, in line with the 0.08 rating posted the previous week.
These numbers reflect traditional linear TV viewership only and do not include any streaming data from MAX or digital platforms.
AEW Dynamite January 14, 2026: Viewership and Highlights
This week’s episode of AEW Dynamite saw MJF successfully retain the AEW World Championship against Bandido in a solid match and he immediately attacked Bandido after the win.
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Mark Davis and Jake Doyle also ended up getting a shot at the AEW Tag Team Championships after winning an insane 4-way match. This and many other moments took place throughout the night.
AEW Dynamite Week-to-Week Viewership Comparison
| Metric | January 7, 2026 | January 14, 2026 | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 516,000 | 526,000 | +10,000 | +1.9% |
| P18–49 Demo Rating | 0.08 | 0.08 | ±0.00 | 0.0% |
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