The May 20, 2025, episode of WWE NXT brought another night of excellent storytelling and important moments as the road to NXT Battleground intensified. While the show posted its highest overall viewership in several weeks, it saw a slight dip in the key 1849 demographic.
According to Programming Insider, WWE NXT drew 697,000 viewers on The CW up (+5.0%) from 664,000 viewers on May 13. In the 1849 demo, the show earned a 0.13 (-13.3%) rating, which is a small decrease from last weeks 0.15.
WWE NXT May 20, 2025: Viewership and Highlights
The May 20th edition of NXT saw Joe Hendry and Trick Williams going after each other with their respective musical performances. This included Hendry destroying Williams with his own guitar.
Jasper Troy also made his NXT debut and attacked NXT Champion Oba Femi, making his intentions clear. This and many other things happened that kept fans engaged throughout the night.
WWE NXT Viewership Trends and Comparison
| Metric | May 20, 2025 | May 13, 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 697,000 | 664,000 | +5.0% |
| 1849 Demo Rating | 0.13 | 0.15 | -13.3% |
Ringside Newswill continue to provide weekly updates on NXTs ratings and major storylines, so stay tuned for more insights into how NXT performs in the weeks ahead
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