Joe Hendry segment sparks attention as numbers tick upward
Summary
– WWE NXT averaged 604000 viewers on December 30 on The CW Network
– Total viewership increased week to week while the key demo declined
– DarkState attacked Joe Hendry during a concert segment
The December 30, 2025, episode of WWE NXT posted a modest increase in overall viewership following a newsworthy night of action. The show featured several standout moments, including a highly discussed segment involving Joe Hendry.
Viewership data shows the episode averaged 604000 viewers on The CW Network. That figure marked a small rise from the 602000 viewers recorded one week earlier on December 23.
Despite the uptick in total audience, NXT experienced a decline among adults aged 18 to 49. The episode registered a 0.07 rating in the demographic, down from the 0.08 rating the prior week.
The numbers reflect only linear television viewers and do not account for streaming or digital audiences across The CW platforms. These exclusions continue to be a factor when evaluating overall reach.
On the show itself, Joe Hendry held a concert that quickly descended into chaos when DarkState attacked him. The angle intensified their ongoing rivalry and became one of the most talked about moments of the night.
Elsewhere on the card, Ethan Page successfully defended the NXT North American Championship against Moose. The match added to a busy episode that featured multiple storyline developments.
