8 Reasons why Jim Ross signing with All Elite Wrestling is a very big deal.

Jim Ross, aka
Jim Ross, aka "Good old JR" has signed a three year contract with All Elite Wrestling.

Reason #4: The fans miss Jim Ross on commentary.

Jim Ross has left a big hat to fill on wrestling broadcasts.
Jim Ross has left a big hat to fill on wrestling broadcasts.

When fans bring up how much they miss the Attitude Era, one of the first reasons they give will be the announce team of Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler.

Jim Ross remains one of the best play by play colour commentators in the pro wrestling industry. He's been able to change subtly with the times. During his early tenure with the NWA, Jim Ross played it very straight. He did not get emotionally involved with the action, preferring to be an objective observer--which was the way announcers were expected to behave in that time and place.

When he joined WWE, Jim Ross changed his style up. In order to mimic the bombast and emotional commentary by Vince McMahon, Jim Ross created many of his custom catch phrases like "He's been broken in half!" To many fans, he was the voice of wrestling for so long they feel like something's missing without his presence. There's no doubt that Jim Ross will change his style again to best mould to the needs and environment of All Elite Wrestling.

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