WWE Introduces Renee Young as First Ever Female Commentator

WWE Presenter Renee Young is set to register history by becoming the first ever female commentator in the WWE.

Published: August 10, 2018, 5:02 PM IST

WWE Raw’s coming episode will go down in the books of history as for the first time ever, there will be a female commentator in the panel- Renee Young.

Young has been under contract with the WWE s a presenter, but now she will take a step forward. With sound broadcasting skills, there is no doubt that Young will be a perfect fit for the role of a commentator in the WWE.

She will be a part of the panel which includes the vintage voice of announcer Michael Cole, who is also known as ‘The voice of the WWE’, accompanied by co-commentator and presenter Corey Graves. This historic move comes a week before ‘The biggest event of the summer’, WWE pay-per-view, Summerslam.

Speaking to ESPN, Young said she is excited about the opportunity. “When Michael told me, I was like, ‘This Monday?! What are you talking about?!’ I am so excited for this opportunity. To be sitting with Cole, who has been such a great champion of mine since I’ve been working for WWE, it’s going to be really cool.”

Young was congratulated by friends and colleagues from the WWE on the historic occasion.

The World Wrestling Entertainment is recognising the women in the team, and this move will surely set an example in the fraternity. Earlier this month, the WWE commissioner Stephanie McMahon also announced the first ever all-women’s exclusive pay-per-view. 

The special event titled ‘Evolution’  is set to take place on 28th October 2018, at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, a stage which has seen some of WWE’s most iconic matches, including WrestleMania 2.

WWE Evolution will feature the women of Monday Night Raw, SmackDown Live, NXT and the newly formed NXT: U.K. brands — as well as at of Hall of Famers.

Renee Young has a sizeable fan following, and her followers will surely be thrilled to see her in the commentary desk coming Monday on WWE weekly, RAW.

Add India.com as a Preferred Source Add India.com as a Preferred Source

For breaking news and live news updates, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Read more on Latest Sports News on India.com.

By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts Cookies Policy.