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The Best Episodes of WWE NXT Season 20

Every episode of WWE NXT Season 20 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of WWE NXT Season 20!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 16 - April 21, 2026
    7.5/10(35 votes)

    S20:E16

    Sol Ruca and Zaria clash in a Last Woman Standing Match. Tatum Paxley aims to end Blake Monroe's claims of championship legitimacy in a Casket Match.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 5 - February 3, 2026
    7.4/10(39 votes)

    S20:E5

    A new NXT Champion will rise from a Six-Man Ladder Match. Thea Hail, Lola Vice and Izzi Dame battle for the NXT Women's North American Title.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 8 - February 24, 2026
    7.4/10(38 votes)

    S20:E8

    The NXT Universe prepare for seismic changes to the title picture when four championships are on the line on the same night.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 11 - March 17, 2026
    7.4/10(35 votes)

    S20:E11

    Houston hosts Booker T Appreciation Night. Jacy Jayne defends the NXT Women's Title against Sol Ruca and Zaria in a Triple Threat Match.

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  5. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 31 - August 4, 2026
    7.0/10(25 votes)

    S20:E31

    Kendal Grey puts the NXT Women's Title on the line as she accepts Lola Vice's challenge to square off in the merciless NXT Underground.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 15 - April 14, 2026
    6.9/10(33 votes)

    S20:E15

    With payback on his mind, Tony D'Angelo defends the NXT Title against Ethan Page. Joe Hendry addresses his NXT future in a concert.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 33 - August 18, 2026
    6.9/10(26 votes)

    S20:E33

    Recent tensions put WrenQCC on a collision course with Kali Armstrong & Kelani Jordan. Four competitors vie for an AAA Cruiserweight Title opportunity.

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  8. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 23 - June 9, 2026
    6.8/10(26 votes)

    S20:E23

    Tatum Paxley puts the NXT Women's North American Title on the line against a rampaging Zaria. Tristan Angels and Shiloh Hill aim to become Mr. NXT.

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  9. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 26 - June 30, 2026
    6.8/10(23 votes)

    S20:E26

    NXT and AAA clash in two epic inter-promotional title fights with NXT's Vanity Project and AAA's El Hijo del Vikingo putting the titles on the line.

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  10. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 28 - July 14, 2026
    6.8/10(23 votes)

    S20:E28

    Layla Diggs looks to shock the world by challenging Zaria for the NXT Women's North American Championship.

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  11. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 29 - July 21, 2026
    6.8/10(25 votes)

    S20:E29

    In his quest for payback against Naraku, Tony D'Angelo defends the NXT Title against his nemesis in a Street Fight. Nattie battles Jaida Parker.

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  12. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 32 - August 11, 2026
    6.8/10(26 votes)

    S20:E32

    Cruz Montana goes one-on-one with newfound rival Grayson Waller for the opportunity to become the No. 1 Contender to the NXT Championship.

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  13. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 34 - August 25, 2026
    6.8/10(24 votes)

    S20:E34

    Saquon Shugars goes to war with former DarkState ally Dion Lennox in a Weaponized Steel Cage Match. Rey Fenix faces EK Prosper in an AAA title fight.

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  14. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 1 - January 6, 2026
    6.7/10(44 votes)

    S20:E1

    TNA's Leon Slater challenges Oba Femi for the NXT Title. Jacy Jayne defends the NXT Women's Title against WWE Evolve Women's Champion Kendal Grey.

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  15. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 12 - March 24, 2026
    6.7/10(32 votes)

    S20:E12

    NXT Superstars endure a Gauntlet Eliminator to become the No. 1 Contender to the NXT North American Title. Tony D'Angelo takes on Ricky Saints.

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  16. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 17 - April 28, 2026
    6.7/10(31 votes)

    S20:E17

    Ricky Saints demands to be taken seriously in a match against Shiloh Hill. "The Rocker" Lizzy Rain steps into the spotlight in her NXT debut.

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  17. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 36 - September 8, 2026
    6.7/10(20 votes)

    S20:E36

    A Six-Man Tag Team Match narrows the list of potential NXT Title contenders. Jaida Parker challenges new NXT Women's Champion Kelani Jordan.

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  18. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 40 - October 6, 2026
    6.7/10(16 votes)

    S20:E40

    An opportunity to become the No. 1 Contender to the NXT Women's Championship awaits as 20 Superstars collide in a Battle Royal.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 6 - February 10, 2026
    6.6/10(32 votes)

    S20:E6

    Wren Sinclair & Kendal Grey challenge ZaRuca with a spot to become No. 1 Contender for the NXT Women's Title on the line.

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  20. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 10 - March 10, 2026
    6.6/10(36 votes)

    S20:E10

    NXT Superstars react to the fallout from NXT Vengeance Day. Jasper Troy, Eli Knight and Sean Legacy clash in a Triple Threat Match.

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  21. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 20 - May 19, 2026
    6.6/10(26 votes)

    S20:E20

    Tatum Paxley grants Lizzy Rain an opportunity to fight for the NXT Women's North American Title. DarkState get an NXT Tag Team Title rematch.

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  22. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 39 - September 29, 2026
    6.6/10(16 votes)

    S20:E39

    Mason Rook was not medically cleared to wrestle but Grayson Waller was still made to put the NXT Championship on the line in an open challenge. Thea Hail zeroes in on Zaria and a second title reign.

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  23. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 41 - October 13, 2026
    6.6/10(15 votes)

    S20:E41

    Tony D'Angelo and Myles Borne clash for the right to challenge NXT Champion Grayson Waller at Halloween Havoc. The Dusty Classic Quarterfinals begin.

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  24. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 7 - February 17, 2026
    6.5/10(34 votes)

    S20:E7

    Ethan Page's quest for a new opponent leads to an NXT North American Title bout against Shiloh Hill. The Men's Speed Tournament reaches the finale.

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  25. WWE NXT Season 20 Episode 14 - April 7, 2026
    6.5/10(31 votes)

    S20:E14

    Keanu Carver gets the Triple Threat Match he demanded against Jasper Troy and Josh Briggs. A new Men's Speed Tournament begins for the vacant title.

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Season 20 Ratings Summary

"April 21, 2026" is the best rated episode of "WWE NXT" season 20. It scored 7.5/10 based on 35 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/21/2026. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "February 3, 2026".