There is encouraging news regarding the health of WWE Hall of Famer and AEW commentator Jim Ross, as his latest scheduled brain surgery has been postponed following positive results from a CT scan.
The 74-year-old wrestling legend had been scheduled to undergo another procedure on Tuesday, November 10, as part of his ongoing treatment for complications involving a brain shunt. However, doctors reportedly decided to delay the operation after receiving favorable scan results.
Conrad Thompson, who co-hosts the Grilling JR podcast alongside Ross, shared the update on X on Wednesday morning, November 11, expressing hope that further testing would bring additional positive news.
“They postponed it after a good CT scan,” Thompson wrote via X. “Hoping for another good report this morning with a new CT scan!”
Ross is scheduled to undergo another CT scan on Wednesday, with the results expected to help determine whether additional surgical intervention will be necessary.
The latest development follows several challenging months for the legendary broadcaster, who underwent surgery in August to have a shunt inserted into his brain. The device was intended to drain excess fluid and help address problems involving his balance, memory, and frequent falls.
Although Ross initially reported noticeable improvements following the procedure, he later began experiencing severe headaches, prompting another operation in October.
His recovery was further complicated when he was hospitalized with a chest infection that caused his oxygen levels to drop.
During the October 22 episode of Grilling JR, Thompson confirmed that Ross had been discharged from the hospital and was recovering at home. However, the longtime commentator was not yet ready to return to his podcasting responsibilities, and the shunt reportedly had not been reactivated following his second operation.
Despite the setbacks, Ross has remained optimistic about eventually resuming his part-time commentary duties with AEW.
Before his initial surgery over the summer, Ross attended WrestleCon in Minneapolis, where he spent time reconnecting with longtime friends and meeting wrestling fans. He later acknowledged that working appearances lasting three to four hours had become increasingly challenging at his age.
While Ross continues to deal with health concerns, the decision to postpone his latest surgery following a positive CT scan represents an encouraging development.
Further information regarding his condition and whether another procedure will be required is expected following the additional scan.
Everyone at PWMania.com continues to wish Jim Ross the very best in his recovery.
@WWEsBiggestFan They postponed it after a good CT scan. Hoping for another good report this morning with a new CT scan!
— Conrad the Mortgage Guy (@HeyHeyItsConrad) November 11, 2026
