Jim Ross criticizes WWE for counter-programming AEW events
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 6:34 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Jim Ross expressed his disapproval of WWE's decision to counter-program AEW's All Out with their own event, WWE x AAA Worlds Collide, both scheduled for September 26, 2026, in Chicago. Ross advocated for greater collaboration within wrestling instead of competition, suggesting that promoting mutual success would benefit fans. The upcoming WWE event will feature notable wrestlers such as Rey Mysterio and CM Punk, while AEW's show will highlight a championship match between Will Ospreay and Jon Moxley. This clash marks another instance of the ongoing rivalry between the two promotions.
- •WWE x AAA Worlds Collide takes place in Chicago on September 26.
- •AEW All Out will also occur in Chicago on the same day.
- •Jim Ross criticized WWE's motivations behind the counter-programming.
- •WWE event will feature talents like Rey Mysterio and CM Punk.
- •AEW's main event includes a title match between Ospreay and Moxley.
- 6:34 PMWrestling Inc — Jim Ross Doesn't Like WWE Counter-Programming AEW: 'Everybody Could Help Each Other'
"Legendary commentator Jim Ross explains why he is not a fan of WWE's latest act of counter-programming AEW.
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