(1989.05.07) Ric Flair vs Ricky Steamboat - WrestleWar 89 - WCW

Watch the epic conclusion to one of wrestling’s most celebrated rivalries as Ric Flair challenges Ricky Steamboat for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleWar '89: Music City Showdown, held on May 7, 1989, in Nashville, Tennessee. This match is the final chapter in their legendary 1989 trilogy and is often hailed as one of the greatest wrestling matches of all time.

Ric Flair, "The Nature Boy," comes into this match as the challenger, seeking to reclaim the NWA World Heavyweight Championship and cement his legacy as the greatest champion in wrestling history. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, the reigning champion, defends his title with the same tenacity, skill, and heart that earned him the belt earlier in the year.

The match is a technical masterpiece, filled with intense back-and-forth action, seamless chain wrestling, and a gripping narrative that showcases the best of both competitors. Flair’s cunning tactics and ring generalship are met with Steamboat’s fiery offense, high-flying abilities, and impeccable timing, creating an electric atmosphere that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.

With a fast-paced and dramatic finish, Flair manages to score a pinfall victory, regaining the championship in a classic encounter that featured twists, turns, and the involvement of Terry Funk post-match, setting the stage for Flair's next great rivalry. This match is not just a battle for the championship but a display of why both Flair and Steamboat are revered as two of the greatest wrestlers of all time.