The January 13, 2026 episode of WWE NXT delivered a stacked night of action and that included Jaid Parker making her return to NXT television after a long absence.
According to Programming Insider, the episode averaged 618,000 viewers on The CW Network, down from 627,000 viewers the previous week, which was the New Year’s Evil special. In the crucial P18–49 demographic, the show posted a 0.09 rating, a decrease from 0.10 on the January 6 episode.
These figures reflect only linear TV viewership on The CW Network and do not include streaming or digital viewership from The CW’s platforms.
WWE NXT January 13, 2026: Viewership and Highlights
The January 13th edition of NXT saw Jaida Parker return after she interrupted Blake Monroe and she immediately ran out Monroe before declaring she is back for good.
NXT General Manager Ava also confirmed that a new NXT Champion will be determined in a 6-man ladder match on February 3. This and many other moments took place throughout the night.
WWE NXT Week-to-Week Viewership Comparison
| Metric | January 6, 2026 | January 13, 2026 | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 627,000 | 618,000 | -9,000 | -1.4% |
| P18–49 Demo Rating | 0.10 | 0.09 | -0.01 | -10.0% |
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.
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