Jim Ross – ‘AEW Shouldn’t Rush Ricochet, Let Him Get Over’ [Video]

AEW commentator Jim Ross has advised the promotion to take its time with Ricochet following the ex-Superstar’s arrival last month.

Ricochet debuted for AEW at the All In: London 2024 pay-per-view event as part of the Casino Gauntlet match that was won by Christian Cage.

On a recent episode of his “Grilling JR” podcast, Jim Ross addressed Ricochet’s arrival and the potential pitfalls for him in AEW. He said,

“I think the thing that we have to be cautious about is not rushing his progress. I think, because so many guys in AEW are athletic to the level of doing amazing spots, that you have to, it takes time to differentiate yourself from those guys.

“And to some wrestling fans, casual, a spot’s a spot. The hardcores, they remember the last time they did it and what it’s called originally, and it’s got a new name. All those hold and those finishes have backstories, which is fine.

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