The April 8, 2025, episode of WWE NXT delivered a high-energy night on The CW, featuring a shocking return by Giulia that sent fans into a frenzy. The episode also delivered a hard-hitting six-man tag team main event and continued momentum from Stand & Deliver weekend.
According to Programming Insider, WWE NXT drew 683,000 viewers, up from 650,000 viewers on April 1, marking a 5% increase week-over-week. In the key 18–49 demographic, NXT scored a 0.17 rating, improving from last week’s 0.15 demo rating (+13%).
The April 8th edition of NXT saw Giulia make her unexpected return as she took out Stephanie Vaquer, making it clear she will go after the NXT Women’s Championship. It was confirmed that Vaquer wants to defend the title against Giulia, Jaida Parker and Jordynne Grace at NXT Stand & Deliver.
The Dark State also successfully defeated Trick Williams, Oba Femi and Je’Von Evans in their in-ring debut, making it clear they are a force to be reckoned with. This and many other moments took place throughout the night that kept fans engaged.
| Metric | April 8, 2025 | April 1, 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 683,000 | 650,000 | +5% |
| 18–49 Demo Rating | 0.17 | 0.15 | +13% |
Ringside News will continue to provide weekly updates on NXT’s ratings and major storylines, so stay tuned for more insights into how NXT performs in the weeks ahead.