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Latest update on Ross talks with AXS TV to succeed Mauro Ranallo

Posted: Jan 17th 2016 By: Bob Magee

Friday, the MLW Radio podcast reported that Jim Ross had signed with AXS TV to replace Mauro Ranallo on NJPW World Pro Wrestling.

Jim Ross responded on Facebook and Twitter (carefully note the wording): Those saying that I have a new wrestling gig are jumping the gun as I have NO done deal w/ anyone.


I asked AXS TV, who responded later that day on Facebook in response to my question: Any confirmation on the rumor you've signed Jim Ross to fill the spot of Mauro Ranallo for
New Japan Pro Wrestling on AXS TV when Ranallo's six weeks of pre taped shows are completed?

Their answer on Friday was: "Hey Bob! Stay tuned for the official announcement!"

As of Saturday, however, that reply and my post now seems to have been deleted. But it appears that something is in the works.

Late Friday, Ross himself responded on Twitter to reporter Sean Radican when asked if he was DENYING he would announce New Japan on AXS: "Not exactly Sean. I simply don't have a deal. It's all TBD".

Late Saturday, Ross himself posted the following on his JR's BBQ blog:

"The bottom line is my camp and AXS TV have had talks over the last couple of months and there is a mutual interest to do business together but we have yet to finalize our agreement. As of Saturday morning, I was told that the "lawyers are reviewing the revised points on the contract."

If we can all get on the same page, of which I am optimistic that we can, then we can get everything signed and move forward to another exciting chapter of my broadcasting
career. To be able to get back in the game is something that excites me and to be able to call such a fundamentally sound, athletic presentation like NJPW motivates me."