The Jim Ross Report Recap w/ Renee Young – Thoughts on Elias, Being Produced by Vince McMahon, Transitioning into A Play-by-Play Role, More!

Ross says he loves the Becky Lynch/Charlotte program because it comes off as a very believable feud. He says he’d love to see Asuka built back up into a devastating babyface who could chase Lynch for the Smackdown Live Women’s Title.
A listener writes into the show and asks Ross for his thoughts on Elias. Ross admits that he didn’t like the Elias persona initially because he was thrown off by the guitar. However, now he’s grown to enjoy Elias’ performances, and he thinks the future’s bright for him. He hasn’t seen Elias in enough serious matches yet, but he notes that Elias has all the tools to be a success in the wrestling business.

Another listener writes into the show and asks Ross if he would get rid of “gimmick” PPVs like HIAC or TLC if he could. Ross says that those types of matches and PPVs are necessary for certain storylines and certain matches. He also points out that WWE is an attraction-driven business, and he’s a firm believer in giving the audiences what they want. So to answer the question, he wouldn’t get rid of those PPVs.