The Jim Ross Report

Following a successful outing at Fighting Spirit Unleashed, JR got his broadcast partner Kevin Kelly on the phone to talk about the current state of affairs at NJPW. The two speculate about a potential headline match at Wrestle Kingdom this January, the rise of Jay White, and the rebirth of Tanahashi. (Fighting Spirit Unleashed airs this Friday 10/5 at 8/7 central on AXS TV) Plus: part two of last week’s conversation with the legend—and JR’s mentor—“Cowboy” Bill Watts.  Cowboy dishes on everyone from Danny Hodge, Dr. Death, Karl Gotch, and so many more.  Plus: quality of life at 79, learning from “the old guys” on long road trips, and more advice for today’s “young guys”. Remember to submit comments to TheJimRossReport@gmail.com! Rate/subscribe in Apple Podcasts!  New episodes every Wednesday. Hit JR on Twitter: @JRsBBQ Find JR on Facebook/Instagram: @JimRossBBQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jammed packed JRR with "Cowboy" Bill Watts--one of the founding fathers of professional wrestling as we know it--and NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion Cody talks NJPW US expansion and Fighting Spirit Unleashed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renee Young--the first full-time female announcer at RAW’s iconic announce table--called JR to discuss her ringside experience thus far, including last Sunday’s Hell In A Cell pay-per-view. Plus: being produced live by Vince McMahon, thoughts on upcoming women’s Evolution PPV, and who she thinks is an unsung hero at WWE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Sunday in San Antonio, WWE superstars will take part in the most diabolical event of the year: Hell In A Cell! JR will break down the stellar card with a little help from ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cody talks NWA title and All In moment he thinks father Dusty Rhodes would be most proud of...plus: Rey Mysterio on possible WWE return as we hear a special presentation of 'Ringside with JR' live from Starrcast in Chicago Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JR reveals this year's #1 on the PWI 500 with an early morning phone call! Plus: more of JR's conversation with Ric Flair...talking Starrcast, All In, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick and Matt Jackson--aka The Young Bucks--let us know what to expect at All In on September first...plus: JR looks back at an amazing SummerSlam weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ric Flair calls in to give his thoughts on this weekend's amazing card at WWE's SummerSlam event. Plus: JR and Ric pay tribute to Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NWA World Heavyweight Champ Nick Aldis calls in to discuss upcoming tile defense against Cody at All In Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WWE Superstar Becky Lynch calls in to talk upcoming triple-threat match with Charlotte Flair and Carmella for the SmackDown Women's Championship at SummerS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Jericho--the IWGP Intercontinental champion--calls in to discuss his future with NJPW, his upcoming cruise, and how he thinks the WWE will handle their Universal Title Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Hennigan talks a full slate of matches this week, including his upcoming World Heavyweight bout against Low Ki at MLW's Battle Riot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JR's AXS TV broadcast partner Josh Barnett calls in to discuss the fallout from Saturday's NJPW G1 Special in San Francisco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're celebrating the 4th of July with IWGP heavyweight champion Kenny Omega! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 1 of JR's chat with IWGP Heavyweight Champion Kenny Omega, talking about his historic win over long-time-rival Kazuchika Okada and the future superstars of NJPW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JR looks back at the life of Big Van Vader following his tragic passing...plus: Filthy Tom Lawlor calls in to discuss his upcoming appearance at MLW's Battle Riot event Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JR lays out his thoughts on Sunday's 'Money In The Bank' PPV...plus: Impact Wrestling co-executive vice president Don Callis calls in to talk involvement with Jericho Cruise, All In, and upcoming NJPW 'G1 Special' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rey Mysterio calls in to talk NJPW Dominion 6-man tag match this weekend...plus: which Attitude Era superstar will take home the coveted 'Slobberknocker Of The Week Award'?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WWE Superstar Drew McIntyre calls in to confirm that he's gunning for the #1 spot on RAW! Plus: JR's hot take on this week's Roseanne debacle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Bischoff calls in to talk about his new podcast '83 Weeks' and JR remembers the tragic night 19-years-ago when Owen Hart lost his life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices