Post by spawnsyxx9 on Jul 10, 2008 21:45:18 GMT -5
Source: JRsBarBQ.com
Jim Ross is back with another blog, which can be read here in its entirety. Some highlights:
Ric Flair: Speaking of North Carolina, Smackdown is taped next Tuesday in Charlotte and does any one else find it strange that Ric Flair is not “officially” a part of either of the proceedings in Raleigh or Charlotte? Perhaps we will get a Nature Boy surprise “drive by” at one of the events. With or without “The Naitch” present, there will be many “Whoo’s” in North Carolina next Monday and Tuesday. Ric’s awesome DVD is out now and, again, after watching it over the 4th of July weekend, I strongly suggest you check it out. It would also make a great gift for the wrestling fan in your life. WWE Home Video hit a grand slam on this production. It is one of the best wrestling DVDs I have ever watched.
C.M. Punk vs. Batista: The C.M. Punk vs. Batista World Title Bout at the Great American Bash will be one of the most analyzed matches of 2008. Punk has a loyal, passionate fan base which somewhat reminds me of the original ECW fan base. I am truly anxious to watch this Raw contest on July 20 and I think the fans in Long Island will favor Punk over “The Animal”, not that it matters. A victory by Punk certainly allows him to take a giant step forward in validating his title win over Edge in OKC but what does a loss do to Batista’s career? Perhaps nothing, or perhaps it would positively lead elsewhere. What does a hard fought loss do to Punk? Again, perhaps nothing as some guys can elevate themselves in a losing effort. Point being in all this rhetoric is that this is an intriguing match, that will bring out the passion in both athlete’s fans and will certainly be thoroughly discussed no matter the outcome. I kinda like it.
Tony Atlas on ECW: Interesting pairing of Tony Atlas and ECW Champ Mark Henry this Tuesday on Sci Fi. Henry traveling with Atlas will allow Mark to sit under a veteran’s learning tree and talk wrestling and the many nuances of the business. I am pulling for Atlas, a WWE HOF’er, who has had some challenging times in recent years including being homeless for a time. I am a big believer in “mentoring” and every successful wrestler I can think of had a mentor in their professional life.
Working with Mick Foley: The chemistry between the new Smackdown announce duo of Mick Foley and yours truly is still a work in progress but I think we show growth, no jokes please as both of us are very sensitive, with each broadcast. I know the effort is there to get better and that goal will never change whether it be short term or long term. I like that we are able to work in some wrestling nostalgia on most weeks along with a little humor to go along with calling the bouts. Bottom line for me is that I am having a blast working with Mick who, by the way, was named after my boyhood hero the great #7 of the N.Y. Yankees, Mickey Mantle.
I have to say that I enjoy reading JR's blog right up there next to reading Lance Storm's online website.
The CM Punk vs Batista commentary I think is dead on as I will be analyzing this match for as long time to come.
Jim Ross is back with another blog, which can be read here in its entirety. Some highlights:
Ric Flair: Speaking of North Carolina, Smackdown is taped next Tuesday in Charlotte and does any one else find it strange that Ric Flair is not “officially” a part of either of the proceedings in Raleigh or Charlotte? Perhaps we will get a Nature Boy surprise “drive by” at one of the events. With or without “The Naitch” present, there will be many “Whoo’s” in North Carolina next Monday and Tuesday. Ric’s awesome DVD is out now and, again, after watching it over the 4th of July weekend, I strongly suggest you check it out. It would also make a great gift for the wrestling fan in your life. WWE Home Video hit a grand slam on this production. It is one of the best wrestling DVDs I have ever watched.
C.M. Punk vs. Batista: The C.M. Punk vs. Batista World Title Bout at the Great American Bash will be one of the most analyzed matches of 2008. Punk has a loyal, passionate fan base which somewhat reminds me of the original ECW fan base. I am truly anxious to watch this Raw contest on July 20 and I think the fans in Long Island will favor Punk over “The Animal”, not that it matters. A victory by Punk certainly allows him to take a giant step forward in validating his title win over Edge in OKC but what does a loss do to Batista’s career? Perhaps nothing, or perhaps it would positively lead elsewhere. What does a hard fought loss do to Punk? Again, perhaps nothing as some guys can elevate themselves in a losing effort. Point being in all this rhetoric is that this is an intriguing match, that will bring out the passion in both athlete’s fans and will certainly be thoroughly discussed no matter the outcome. I kinda like it.
Tony Atlas on ECW: Interesting pairing of Tony Atlas and ECW Champ Mark Henry this Tuesday on Sci Fi. Henry traveling with Atlas will allow Mark to sit under a veteran’s learning tree and talk wrestling and the many nuances of the business. I am pulling for Atlas, a WWE HOF’er, who has had some challenging times in recent years including being homeless for a time. I am a big believer in “mentoring” and every successful wrestler I can think of had a mentor in their professional life.
Working with Mick Foley: The chemistry between the new Smackdown announce duo of Mick Foley and yours truly is still a work in progress but I think we show growth, no jokes please as both of us are very sensitive, with each broadcast. I know the effort is there to get better and that goal will never change whether it be short term or long term. I like that we are able to work in some wrestling nostalgia on most weeks along with a little humor to go along with calling the bouts. Bottom line for me is that I am having a blast working with Mick who, by the way, was named after my boyhood hero the great #7 of the N.Y. Yankees, Mickey Mantle.
I have to say that I enjoy reading JR's blog right up there next to reading Lance Storm's online website.
The CM Punk vs Batista commentary I think is dead on as I will be analyzing this match for as long time to come.