The Jim Ross Report

Woken Matt Hardy is plotting something special for the House Hardy Halloween Special...find out what WWE network subscribers can expect from the Woken One and his friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After recently wrapping up his scheduled in-ring commitments for WWE, legendary high-flyer Matt Hardy says he's excited for what's to come, including a spectacular Halloween special coming soon to the WWE network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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