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

Reason #7: He has a great connection with the wrestling fans.

Jim Ross has a special place in many wrestling fan's hearts.

Announcers come and announcers go, much like the talent. Remember Mike Adamle? Of course you don't, no one does...or is willing to admit it if they do.

While it can be hard to find that perfect mix of play by play and approachability that makes for a great announcer, it's not impossible. Jim Ross has that perfect mix.

One of the reasons that Jim Ross can connect with wrestling fans so well is that he is a wrestling fan, and always has been. He's not a failed mainstream sports broadcaster or ex wrestler bitter about the business.

Jim Ross had this to say about his legions of fans:

"Every time I’ve had these heartbreaking situation. Every time I have been down, the wrestling fans have picked me up. For whatever reason, myself and the fanbase have connected. When you are in the wrestling business, the business becomes your family. The fans become your family. I don’t know what else I could do in my life that makes me happier than what I am about to start.”