Orlando, Florida – The latest ratings and viewership figures for WWE NXT on The CW, which aired on December 3, have been released. According to Programming Insider, the show saw an average of 593,000 viewers and a 0.13 rating among 18-49 year olds. These numbers mark a decrease for the second consecutive week, with a 6% drop in total audience compared to the previous week and a 13% drop in the demo rating. This episode also recorded the lowest rating for the show since July 4, 2023.
Despite facing competition from other television programming on the same night, including basketball games, NXT still struggled to maintain its viewership numbers. The NBA game between Orlando and New York on TNT had 956,000 viewers and a .29 rating, while the college game between Syracuse and Tennessee on ESPN garnered an audience of 787,000 and a .22 rating in the demo. It’s important to note that the CBS procedural FBI emerged as the top winner for the night with 6.66 million viewers and a .42 rating.
The decline in ratings for NXT could have implications for the upcoming Deadline premium live event scheduled for this weekend. However, there is optimism for a potential rebound in viewership numbers for next week’s episode. A detailed overview of NXT’s audience and ratings share within the 18-49 demographic over the past year showcases fluctuations in viewership and ratings.
The trend of decreasing ratings for NXT over recent episodes is a cause for concern, especially as the show strives to attract and retain viewers in a competitive television landscape. Engaging content and strategic programming decisions will be critical for NXT to reverse the current downward trajectory in ratings and regain momentum among its target audience.
Viewers who may have missed the latest episode of NXT can catch up with a live blog and review of the show, ensuring they stay informed about the latest developments in the world of professional wrestling. As NXT navigates through challenges in viewership, the focus remains on delivering compelling content that resonates with audiences and drives excitement for upcoming events.