The latest episode of WWE NXT, which aired last Tuesday (August 26) on The CW, attracted an average of 616,000 viewers. This figure shows a decrease from the previous week’s 675,000 and the 728,000 viewers two weeks ago. Despite these declines, the current ten-week rolling average stands at 682,000, signaling stable viewership overall. Comparing with previous years, NXT drew 615,000 viewers during the same week last year, with a ten-week average of 593,000, and 614,000 viewers two years ago, accompanied by a ten-week average of 676,000.
Although the latest episode’s audience is close to those from the prior two years around this time, it is notable that the show moved from USA Network to The CW over these years. The ten-week average this year remains near the level recorded two years prior and is above last year’s average, indicating steadier overall performance despite recent weekly drops.
Audience Engagement Within Key Demographics Shows Minor Decline
In the critical 18-49 age demographic, the most recent episode earned a 0.12 rating, down from 0.15 and 0.17 ratings in the previous two weeks. The ten-week rolling average for this group is 0.15. By comparison, the same week last year saw a 0.17 rating with the ten-week average also at 0.17, while two years ago the ratings were slightly higher, with a 0.16 for the episode and a 0.19 ten-week average. These figures reflect a slight decrease in engagement among younger adult viewers in recent weeks.
Highlighted Matches and Segments from the Latest Show
The episode featured several key matches and segments, including:
- Blake Monroe competing against Kelani Jordan
- Lexis King facing Myles Borne in a blindfold match
- Fatal Influence, composed of Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, and Jazmyn Nyx, battling Lola Vice, Zaria, and Sol Ruca
- The Culling tag team of Izzi Dame and Tatum Paxley taking on Wren Sinclair and a mystery partner
Overall Impact and What to Watch Going Forward
While recent episodes have seen a drop in immediate viewership and demo ratings, WWE NXT’s audience remains consistent when viewed over a ten-week span, especially relative to past years. The show’s transition to The CW has not drastically altered its core viewership, suggesting a loyal fanbase despite fluctuating weekly numbers. As WWE NXT continues its current trajectory, monitoring these ratings will be essential to understanding its ongoing performance in a competitive broadcast environment.
