Editor’s note: This column originally appeared on http://slam.canoe.ca and was written by James De Medeiros.
When you think of some of the greatest rivalries in the history of professional wrestling, one of the first match-ups that jumps to mind is Ric Flair versus Terry Funk. Their 1989 rivalry epitomized all that is great about pro wrestling: Passionate performers, outstanding promos, amazing intensity, and an aura of authenticity that forced viewers to become emotionally invested.