Legendary announcer and WWE Hall of Famer “Good Ol’ JR” Jim Ross is set to make his return to the AEW broadcast booth in just a few weeks. On his latest podcast, Ross revealed that he will be traveling to London, England, to call a portion of the upcoming AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door pay-per-view.
Jim Ross to Call “A Couple Matches” at Forbidden Door
Speaking on the latest edition of his Grilling JR podcast, Jim Ross confirmed that he has been in communication with AEW President Tony Khan and that he will be a part of the broadcast team for the major co-promoted event at The O2 Arena on Sunday, August 24. He stated that the plan is for him to “call a couple matches” on the show. Ross expressed his excitement about the opportunity and his admiration for the venue.
“It’s a hell of a building,” Ross said of The O2 Arena, comparing its prestige and atmosphere to London’s version of the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York City.
His return will add a legendary and familiar voice to what is one of AEW’s biggest and most anticipated shows of the year.
A Resilient Return to the Booth
This will be Jim Ross’s second major pay-per-view appearance since his recent return from a serious health issue. The 73-year-old underwent successful surgery to remove colon cancer earlier this year. He made his emotional return to the commentary desk for the All In Texas pay-per-view this past July. In a testament to his incredible toughness and dedication, Ross revealed after that event that he had suffered “a bad fall” in his hotel room just days before the show but was still able to make his scheduled appearances and call the action. His continued presence in AEW is a source of inspiration for many and a welcome sound for generations of wrestling fans who grew up listening to his iconic voice.
A Legendary Voice for a Global Event
Jim Ross is widely considered to be the greatest professional wrestling play-by-play announcer of all time. His voice is synonymous with the Attitude Era of WWE, where he called some of the most iconic and memorable moments in the history of the business. Since joining AEW at the company’s inception in 2019, he has served as a lead announcer and a veteran presence on the broadcast team. While he has recently transitioned to a schedule that sees him primarily call matches on major pay-per-view events, his presence always adds a special, big-fight feel to any broadcast he is a part of. Having the legendary voice of “Good Ol’ JR” on the call for a major international event like Forbidden Door in London will only add to the prestige and excitement of the night.
With Jim Ross now confirmed for the broadcast, the stage is set for another memorable night of wrestling action at Forbidden Door. Fans in London and around the world can look forward to hearing his signature calls as some of the best wrestlers from AEW and New Japan Pro-Wrestling collide.
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