Viewership jumps as Hendry confronts Oba Femi and Trick Williams in NXT Title scene
Summary
– WWE NXT drew 686,000 viewers on April 22, up 3.5% from the previous week
– The 18–49 demo rating rose to 0.17, a 21% increase from April 15
– Joe Hendry returned and inserted himself into the NXT Championship mix
The April 22, 2025 episode of WWE NXT delivered a strong night of storytelling and action as the road to NXT Battleground gained momentum. The show, airing on The CW, saw a significant ratings bump, thanks in part to the return of Joe Hendry.
According to Programming Insider, NXT drew 686,000 total viewers from 663,000 the previous week, marking a 3.5% increase. The 18–49 demographic also saw a substantial jump, rising from 0.14 to 0.17, a 21% climb.
Hendry’s return proved to be a key moment, as he confronted both Oba Femi and Trick Williams in a tense showdown that ended with Hendry and Femi laying out Williams. The segment quickly positioned Hendry as a top contender in the evolving NXT Championship picture.
Other highlights included Andre Chase reviving Chase U with his signature red sweater in a moment that energized the crowd and sparked nostalgia. With Battleground approaching, NXT’s mix of rising stars and surprise returns is clearly keeping viewers locked in.
