Author: Today in Pro Wrestling History: On September 2, 1985, in Tampa, FL, Ric Flair defended his NWA World Heavyweight Championship against Wahoo McDaniel in a 2 out of 3 falls match. The first fall saw Wahoo McDaniel gain an early advantage, surprising Flair with a quick pin. However, Flair evened the score in the second fall by targeting Wahoo’s legs and locking in the Figure-Four Leglock, forcing a submission.
Today in Pro Wrestling History (September 2): Flair & Wahoo Square Off at The Battle of the Belts
The final fall was a hard-fought battle, but Flair’s experience and tactical precision paid off. After a perfectly executed suplex, Flair secured the final pin, retaining his title and solidifying his reign as NWA World Champion
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