WWE SmackDown commentator Mauro Ranallo is set to become the new host of AXS TV’s “Inside MMA”, as he will replace Kenny Rice beginning on Friday, March 25th, according to a report from Sports Illustrated.

Speaking on the announcement, Ranallo had the following to say, “I’m blessed to be doing WWE on a weekly basis and I’ve got Showtime Championship Boxing and Glory Kickboxing, so all that was missing from my combat sports palate was a regular gig covering mixed martial arts. I’m ready to put another piece of food on this plate that some people say might already be full, but I’m at my best when I’m working.”

Ranallo also commented on reuniting with UFC Hall of Famer Bas Rutten on the show stating, “This was an opportunity to get back into the sport with one of my favorite broadcast partners and really one of my best friends in the world, with Bas Rutten. It’s not going to be an easy task replacing Kenny Rice, but the chance to do a show with the reputation and quality of Inside MMA makes sense for all of us.”

More details are available at this link.