Jim Ross has posted a new blog in which he discusses a range of topics. As always it makes for a great read.

In an update on The Undertaker, Ross wrote: “The Undertaker is still scheduled to travel on the upcoming European tour after his “near miss” at WM25 in the instant classic versus Shawn Michaels. I would easily surmise that both future HOF’ers will be considerably sore for several days after laying it all on the line in Reliant Stadium.”

He added: “For the record, there is no official word as to when HBK is going to retire and I also realize on a recent radio interview that Shawn indicated that WM26 “might” be his last one. I hope that we don’t wear this subject out between now and an official announcement by Shawn. HBK is still amazing, who’s better, and I hope he sticks around for a few more years but if he does decided to retire he’s darned sure earned it. Let’s not jump the gun because after the draining experience of a Wrestlemania many veterans tend to re-evaluate their careers. Trust me on that one.”

Ahead of this Monday’s draft on Raw, Ross also wrote: “Lots is being made of my pending, new broadcast role in WWE. Personally, it is a non issue to me as I know that I will hopefully still be able to contribute to the broadcasts in a positive manner. Times change, philosophies change, and the constant quest to improve and present the product seemingly never ends. We’ll see how it works. I don’t plan on stinking the joint out I assure you and I also plan on pushing whoever works with me to raise their game. Time will tell.

“The new journey will officially unfold after the “Draft” but I start this next phase of my career Friday night on Smackdown. It will be a work in progress but I definitely put in the effort to make it the best it can be.”

You can read Ross’ blog in full, which also includes thoughts on Josh Matthews getting a break on ECW (and about time too, in my opinion), meeting with Bobby Heenan last weekend in Houston and plenty more by clicking here.

Phil Lowe
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