NXT delivers surprises, but ratings take a hit from last week

Summary

– WWE NXT drew 779,000 viewers with a 0.17 rating in the 18-49 demographic

– Viewership dropped from last week’s 957,000 and a 0.25 rating

– Bayley’s return and DIY’s surprise appearance were among the night’s highlights

This week’s WWE NXT entertained fans with plenty of surprises, but viewership dropped compared to last week. According to Wrestlenomics, the January 14th episode brought in 779,000 viewers and a 0.17 rating in the 18-49 demographic, a decline from the previous week’s 957,000 and a 0.25 rating.

Despite the decrease, NXT delivered a memorable show. DIY made a surprise return, and Bayley made her first appearance on NXT television in nearly five years, confronting Roxanne Perez. The segment ended in chaos as Perez slapped Bayley, leading to an intense brawl between the two.

As WWE enters a new era in 2025, fans are eager to see how NXT builds on these storylines. With major names returning and surprises each week, anticipation remains high for what’s next.