On a recent edition of his “Grilling JR” podcast, AEW broadcaster Jim Ross revealed that his favorite Sting moment was when The Icon beat Ric Flair for his first WCW World Championship in 1988.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On whether Mike Tenay will ever be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame: “Unlikely, because of this lack of tenure there. But is he deserving? Absolutely. Mike is an outstanding broadcaster, and a credit to the business. So I miss him on television, I thought he did a great job. And a nice guy, I consider him Mike a friend. He’s missed, no doubt about it.”
On his favorite Sting moment: “Probably the one that sticks out the most is the first one that [Tony] Schiavone that I did in 1988. There in Greensboro actually, as we talked about ad nauseum. I think that the first one, it’s hard to beat the first one. He had all those great matches with Flair, and had good matches with [Lex] Luger and so forth. Terry Funk and others. But I think the very first outing for him was so important, to make impression in a positive way and he succeeded. So I’d say the very first time I saw Sting in a big match scenario, 1988, sticks out my mind probably better than [any other].”
On how AEW can grow: “Yeah, you get more talent over. You get more talents like Okada, Ospreay, et cetera the opportunity to get exposed on your television. And consequently get over. Getting talent over is always going to be the key. So I think they’re doing a good job of that, anxious to see where the journey with Okada goes. He’s spectacular — more than spectacular, he’s extraordinary. He’s one of my favorite wrestlers of all time, I’m glad we got it. So anyway, it was good. For me, I think they’re doing a good job in that area. Getting new talent over, that’s the key to the whole scenario.”
Jim Ross, the renowned AEW broadcaster, recently shared his favorite Sting moment on his “Grilling JR” podcast. Ross, a veteran in the wrestling industry, revealed that his favorite moment was when Sting defeated Ric Flair for his first WCW World Championship in 1988.
Sting, also known as “The Icon,” had numerous memorable matches throughout his career, but it was this particular victory over Flair that stood out for Ross. The match took place in Greensboro, and Ross emphasized the significance of Sting’s first major outing.
According to Ross, the first impression is crucial, especially in a big match scenario. Sting’s ability to make a positive impact during his initial championship win left a lasting impression on Ross. The victory not only showcased Sting’s talent but also solidified his position as a top-tier wrestler.
Sting went on to have many great matches with other legendary wrestlers such as Lex Luger, Terry Funk, and of course, Ric Flair. However, Ross believes that the first encounter with Flair holds a special place in his memory.
In addition to discussing his favorite Sting moment, Ross also shared his thoughts on the growth of AEW. He believes that one of the key factors in expanding the promotion is getting more talent over. Ross mentioned the importance of exposing talents like Okada and Ospreay on television to help them gain popularity and recognition.
Ross expressed his excitement about the journey with Okada, considering him one of his all-time favorite wrestlers. He praised Okada’s extraordinary skills and acknowledged that getting new talent over is vital for the success of any wrestling promotion.
The podcast episode also touched upon the topic of Mike Tenay’s induction into the WWE Hall of Fame. While Ross believes that Tenay is deserving of such recognition due to his outstanding broadcasting skills, he considers it unlikely due to Tenay’s limited tenure with WWE.
Overall, Jim Ross’s “Grilling JR” podcast provides wrestling fans with valuable insights and personal anecdotes from his extensive experience in the industry. From discussing memorable moments like Sting’s first championship win to sharing thoughts on AEW’s growth, Ross continues to engage and entertain his audience with his wealth of knowledge and passion for professional wrestling.