WWE Show A Game Changer For Network

One of WWE’s shows has given a huge boost to the network it airs on.

On October 1st, 2024, NXT left the USA Network for The CW, bringing it to a broadcast network for the first time. According to CW President Brad Schwartz, the move has been a “game changer” for both the network and WWE itself.

Speaking to Variety, Schwartz lauded the ratings success of NXT, saying it was up 19% year-over-year.

“It’s been an absolute game changer for the CW, and I think it’s been a game changer for WWE. This last quarter that just ended was the highest rated NXT quarter in five years. It’s up 19 percent year-over-year.”

He went on to explain that the developmental brand is regularly beating Fox on Tuesday nights, and credits it for the overall performance improvement of The CW.

“In adults 18 to 49 and 25 to 54, we’re regularly beating Fox on Tuesday nights. It’s unheard of. So it’s been absolutely crushing for us. It’s one of the big reasons why our network as a whole is up 40 percent season-over-season…Besides animation on Fox, [NXT] has the highest concentration of 18-49 and 25-54 on all broadcast.”

During WrestleMania weekend, Shawn Michaels praised the network, something that highlighted the two parties’ positive working relationship. Schwartz still wants to take things further, telling Variety that they are looking for ways to expand the relationship.

“Schwartz also said that WWE and CW are ‘constantly’ discussing new ways to expand their relationship, including additional WWE programming on the network. CW has already moved to get NXT talent involved in other programming across their slate, including Tony D’Angelo appearing on the procedural ‘Wild Cards’ and Trick Williams making an appearance on ‘All American.’”

Myles Borne Addresses His Disability Ahead Of NXT Title Match

Ahead of Battleground, NXT star Myles Borne spoke candidly about his deafness. The star told fans that while he is partially deaf, and it affects his speech, he wants to be judged on his ability rather than his disability. Borne finished by saying he might be hard of hearing, but he will hear himself announced the new NXT Champion at Battleground.