While speaking on his Something to Wrestle podcast, WWE Executive Bruce Bruce Prichard talked about the need for some WWE commentators to simply let the action speak for itself.
According to Bruce Prichard, commentating is an art that requires the ability to discern when to remain silent as a play-by-play commentator. By tuning into the emotions and energy of the moment, a commentator can allow the audience to experience the intensity.
He said that commentators will help fans decide for themselves whether it is an awe-inspiring moment or not. It is the commentator’s job to enhance the viewing experience, not overpower it.
That’s an art. You gotta know as a commentator and play-by-play guy when to just shut up,” Prichard said. “Feel what’s happening in front of you. Let the audience decide whether that’s ‘Oh my God!’ rather than you telling me it’s an ‘Oh my God.’
Bruce Prichard
According to Prichard, commentators should aim to enhance the viewers’ experience by providing unique insights and perspectives on the events as they unfold, rather than just repeating what the audience has just seen.
“I saw that. I saw it, I got eyes. It’s TV, it’s not radio. Whenever a commentator can just lay out, so much more powerful than blabbering over every second of every show.”
Bruce Prichard
Carmella recently joined the commentary team on the February 17th episode of WWE SmackDown for the match between Liv Morgan and Asuka. She had a great time in that role, and might consider a transition into commentary. We’ll have to see if the WWE commentators will take Bruce Prichard’s advice.
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