WWE Payback 2016: 10 Things We Learned
8. Much-Maligned Announcers Epitomise Professionalism When It Matters
Scan any social media platform, and there are likely to be posts condemning the work of Michael Cole, JBL and Byron Saxton behind the announce desk in WWE. The trio often have a thankless task, working under more scrutiny than any other announce team in history. As he has said so himself on his podcast, Jim Ross didn't have to deal with the pressures Cole and company do each week during his prime.
Following the unfortunate injury to Enzo Amore, the announcers maintained a professional guise. That's to be admired, less experience may have caused them to panic and become flustered, but that didn't happen. Calmly, Cole, JBL and Saxton discussed what had happened, before turning viewer attention to the next attraction.
WWE's production team must also be commended, they handled the situation very well. Fans were kept updated on Enzo's health throughout Payback, and great attempts were made to allay fears and move the pay-per-view on quickly.
Michael Cole, JBL and Byron Saxton may not be everyone's cup of tea, but they deserve credit for their professionalism at short notice.