WWE Hall of Famer, Jim Ross, has been forced to miss AEW All In: London 2026 after doctors advised him not to travel to the United Kingdom while he continues his recovery from brain surgery.
Ross had identified the event at Wembley Stadium as a major milestone in his recovery and had hoped to return to the commentary desk for AEW’s highly anticipated London show. However, his medical team ultimately determined that flying posed unnecessary risks.
Speaking on his Grilling JR podcast, Ross revealed that both his brain surgeon and another doctor strongly advised him against boarding a flight.
“I really wanted to go to London this week. I really did, man,” Ross said, explaining that having goals and destinations has been important during his recovery.
The legendary commentator said he was particularly excited about the card and the opportunity to call what he described as genuine “dream matches.”
Ross acknowledged that he was “very disappointed” by the decision but understands why his doctors made the recommendation. He explained that a fall or medical emergency while traveling could create serious complications, including the possibility of an emergency aircraft landing or requiring treatment at a London hospital.
At 74, Ross is continuing to focus on rehabilitation and rebuilding his strength and cognitive abilities following surgery.
“I’m feeling better. I’ve just got to get back to myself—thinking about things, remembering things,” Ross said.
Despite missing the event, Ross remains determined to return to work. He previously set a goal of being healthy enough to work at Wembley Stadium toward the end of August and continues to receive support from his daughter and close friends while attending medical appointments and physical therapy.
“I’m healing, just not as fast as I’d like, but I am healing,” Ross said. “We’re moving right along, and I’m anxious to get this stuff behind me and get back to doing some work. I miss calling matches.”
Ross will therefore watch AEW All In: London from home rather than from the commentary desk, with his return to broadcasting dependent on his continued recovery and medical clearance.
