Kevin Kelly was Nigel McGuiness’ broadcast partner in Ring of Honor for many years, and Kelly recently discussed McGuinness’ growth at the announcers’ desk.
On a recent edition of the “AEW Unrestricted” podcast, Kelly spoke about his pairing with McGuinness back in 2011 on ROH TV and praised his colleague for his growth in the role. He said,
“Well, when Ring Of Honor started TV [in 2011], it was, who is going to do the show with Kevin?. We had Adam Pearce, and it just didn’t work out with the hierarchy and it worked out better for him. So, okay, now who is going to be? All of the sudden, Nigel McGuinness’ name popped up, he popped up available. Perfect. Former ROH World Champion. Has he done television before? Well, he’s spoken on television before, but he’s never been a commentator.”
He continued, “I stood in the ring, Frontier Fieldhouse, Chicago, Illinois, ‘Ladies and gentlemen, my color commentary partner is a former ROH World Champion.’ Everyone went, ‘Oh?’ Then I said, ‘From London, England’ and then they went [crazy]. Here he is, Nigel McGuinness, the place went crazy. Nigel comes out and sits down, puts the headset on, and we called four hours of TV the first night and it was great. He’s gotten just better since then, all of his time and experience doing television over the years. He’s become a master and is teaching me things and guiding me through a lot of this because he has a lot more recent television experience than I do.”
Kelly and McGuiness currently work together on commentary on AEW Collision.
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Nigel McGuinness: From ROH World Champion to Master Commentator
Nigel McGuinness, a former Ring of Honor (ROH) World Champion, has made a successful transition from the wrestling ring to the announcers’ desk. McGuinness’ growth as a commentator has been praised by his longtime broadcast partner, Kevin Kelly.
Back in 2011, when ROH started its TV programming, there was a need to find a suitable partner for Kevin Kelly. After an unsuccessful attempt with Adam Pearce, McGuinness’ name emerged as a potential candidate. As a former ROH World Champion, McGuinness had the credibility and experience to take on the role. Although he had spoken on television before, he had never been a commentator.
The announcement of McGuinness as Kelly’s color commentary partner created quite a buzz among the fans. When McGuinness made his entrance at Frontier Fieldhouse in Chicago, Illinois, the crowd erupted with excitement. The duo went on to call four hours of TV on their first night together, and it was a great success.
Since then, McGuinness has continued to improve and grow as a commentator. His years of experience doing television have transformed him into a master of his craft. He has become a valuable mentor for Kelly, guiding him through the intricacies of commentary. McGuinness’ recent television experience has proven to be an asset for both himself and his partner.
Currently, Kelly and McGuinness can be seen working together on commentary for AEW Collision. Their chemistry and expertise add depth and excitement to the wrestling broadcasts.
McGuinness’ journey from being a top wrestler to becoming a respected commentator showcases his versatility and adaptability within the wrestling industry. His ability to connect with the audience and provide insightful analysis has made him a valuable asset to any wrestling promotion.
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In conclusion, Nigel McGuinness’ growth as a commentator has been commendable. From his initial foray into commentary with ROH to his current role in AEW, McGuinness has proven himself to be a master of the craft. His experience and expertise have not only enhanced his own career but also benefited his broadcast partner, Kevin Kelly. McGuinness’ journey serves as an inspiration for wrestlers looking to explore new avenues within the wrestling industry.