Last Tuesday’s episode of WWE NXT on the CW network averaged 604,000 viewers and achieved a 0.09 rating within the important 18-49 age group, according to WrestleNomics. This reflects a 2.55% growth in viewership compared to the previous week’s 589,000 viewers, and a 12.50% rise from last week’s 0.08 rating in the same demographic.
Viewership Trends and Demographic Ratings Context
Although the 18-49 rating holds steady compared to two weeks ago, the total audience for this episode remains down from 744,000 viewers recorded on the February 17th installment. Through the first part of 2026, WWE NXT averages a 0.09 rating in the 18-49 segment and 637,000 viewers overall. By comparison, the first four weeks of 2025 saw stronger numbers, with a 0.187 rating and an average audience of 774,000.
Episode Highlights Featuring Ricky Saints Concert
The March 3rd show was headlined by a concert event titled An Absolute Experience, featuring Ricky Saints. This special presentation contributed to the episode’s viewership metrics.
Recording and Reporting of Ratings by WrestleNomics
WrestleNomics shared the official numbers on social media, noting:
“WWE NXT, Mar 3 on CW: 604,000 viewers; 0.09 P18-49 rating | TV ratings analysis #WWENXT”
— WrestleNomics, TV Ratings Report
Implications for WWE NXT’s Audience Engagement
The slight increase in demographic ratings suggests a stable interest among core viewers despite an overall decline in total audience size. The variation in viewership compared to early 2025 points to shifts in audience engagement, which WWE NXT and CW may seek to address moving forward with special events and programming adjustments.
WWE NXT, Mar 3 on CW: 604,000 viewers; 0.09 P18-49 rating | TV ratings analysis #WWENXT https://t.co/59KA9bYHHm pic.twitter.com/ktE15yPibq
— Wrestlenomics (@wrestlenomics) March 6, 2026
