Sting, a wrestling icon known for his defining role in WCW during the “Monday Nitro” era, where he battled the nWo and secured the WCW World Heavyweight Championship four additional times before WCW’s closure in 2001, named his all-time favorite rivalry in an interview on “Going Ringside.” Without hesitation, he singled out his feud with Ric Flair as the highlight of his career, dating back to their matches between 1988 and 1990, which he credits with putting him on the wrestling map. Flair has also praised Sting’s performances during their rivalry, particularly noting the rookie’s impressive skills. Recently, Sting has been engaging with fans at conventions while debuting a new character, “Old Man Sting,” adding to his many personas, such as Surfer Sting, Crow Sting, Wolfpack Sting, and Joker Sting.
Fan Take: This insight into Sting’s favorite rivalry reminds AEW fans of the deep storytelling roots that wrestlers like Sting bring to the sport, emphasizing the significance of legendary feuds in shaping wrestling history. For AEW, it highlights the potential for creating compelling rivalries that honor wrestling’s past while thrilling new generations.
