Ross thought Rousey stole the show in the opening segment of Monday Night RAW this week. We all saw Rousey’s star power in this opening segment, and he points out that Rousey was certainly a big part of WWE’s new television deal with FOX. Rousey is a crossover star, and officials at FOX certainly would have known Rousey even if they weren’t wrestling fans.
Ross thought the Gauntlet Match on Smackdown Live was booked well. He’s interested in seeing a program between Samoa Joe and Daniel Bryan. He adds that those two guys are legitimate professionals, and he’s a big fan of both of them.
Ross comments on Big Cass’ release from WWE. He points out that Cass has natural talents such as good looks and size. He urges Cass to continue to work because he’s still young and has a bright future ahead of him. He thinks it’s entirely possible that if Cass continues to work and get better we may see him again at some point down the line.
A listener writes into the show and asks Ross why Taz didn’t get a bigger push after debuting to a huge pop at Royal Rumble 2000. Ross recalls the incredible reaction that Taz received that night, but unfortunately injuries took a toll on Taz shortly after his debut in WWE. He says that Taz is a good dude and tough guy, and he’s still friends with him to this day.
Another listener writes into the show and asks Ross if he thinks Aleister Black will be called up to the main roster before breaking Neville’s NXT Title reign record. Ross thinks Black is ready to be called up now, and he thinks that call-up will happen by WrestleMania at the latest, possibly before.
