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TV Ratings: 'Big Bang Theory' and 'American Idol' Neck and Neck on Thursday Night Source: Hollywood Reporter Friday 27th January, 2012
share Thursday's bragging rights according to fast affiliate ratings. Metered markets give both series a 5.4 rating among adults 18-49, though the CBS comedy clearly topped Idol (5.4 over 4.8) during its half-hour.