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Jim Ross recently updated his blog and there are a few important comments that he made.
Ross on Brock Lesnar’s role on RAW this week: “MizTV was interesting. Unique dynamic with @HeymanHustle and @MikeTheMiz verbally jousting until beastly Brock Lesnar arrived on the scene to impose his physical will of which he’s very adept. Getting Lesnar signed long term is significant for WWE and how this commodity is utilized is always interesting.”
- It is extremely interesting that WWE has managed to sign Brock for another 2 years. How WWE will use him now is the biggest question. His Wrestlemania 29 match result will also depend hugely on this contract because WWE now does not have the added pressure of giving him a victory. Hopefully, we will get to see Brock Lesnar in feuds with Ryback, CM Punk, Sheamus and the other top talents of WWE today.
Ross on Jack Swagger: “@RealJackSwagger is seemingly in line for bigger opportunities if his aggressive return is any indication. When D1 athletes are challenged or feel that they are being underutilized, we often see the ‘jock’ in them take over which amps up the intensity and drive. Swagger is an awesome athlete who is still evolving as it relates to sports entertainment ‘sizzle’ but I feel that he can be a major contributor to WWE efforts over the long haul. Yep, I’m biased because of Swagger’s Oklahoma roots but at least I’m honest about it. He’s a legit beast, trust me on that one.”
- The most disappointing thing about Swagger’s return was the surprise element. The entire return fell flat. There wasn’t a lot of cheer as the crowd was confused on his return. However, putting that aside, I feel Swagger looks ready for a big push. He seems more aggressive and has also improved on his mic skills. I see Swagger taking part in the No.1 contender Chamber match in Elimination Chamber and making a huge statement there. Though he won’t be winning it, he will leave some moments for us to remember.
Ross on Sammartino accepting offer to Hall of Fame: “It cannot be overstated how big it truly is for Bruno Sammartino to be inducted into the 2013 WWE Hall of Fame which makes this class, even if he was going in solo, the best WWE HOF class ever in my humble opinion and that includes my own class in 2007. I pray for good health so that I can join my Pittsburgh wife and attend the most special of nights, April 6, 2013 when the Steel City’s own Bruno Sammartino once again sells out MSG but this time, I’m assuming, he will go on last which is something that the main eventers never did back in the day at MSG. The potential projects that Bruno can be involved with in the future with WWE are virtually limitless and his mere presence adds massive credibility to what ever project is being marketed.”
- For years, WWE has been trying to bring Sammartino into the Hall of Fame and have only failed. Now that he will be inducted this year, he will without doubt be the biggest inductee ahead of Mick Foley who at first was expected to be the headliner.
