Ric Flair, one of the greatest in the history of professional wrestling, steps into the ring one last time Sunday, July 31, against Jeff Jarrett in Nashville. “The Last Match” will be live streamed on FITE TV.
Flair will team with son-in-law Andrade El Idolo to face Jay Lethal and Jeff Jarrett.
The wrestling legend, 73, has competed for 50 years and included titles in every major promotion, against the likes of Sting, Hulk Hogan, Shawn Michaels, Ricky Steamboat and others.
The “Last Match,” announced in May, will take place at the Tennessee State Fairground Sports Arena in Nashville as part of his son-in-law Conrad Thompson’s Starrcast wrestling convention.
Earlier this month, Flair confirmed he wouldn’t be 100 percent for the match.
The wrestler revealed a foot injury has slowed him down, but he said he will fight through the pain in preparation for his “Last Match” on July 31.
When is “The Last Match?”
“The Last Match” featuring Ric Flair is set for Sunday, July 31. Coverage begins at 6 p.m. (7 p.m.) with bouts starting at 7 p.m. (8 p.m.)
Will it be live streamed?
“The Last Match” will be live streamed on FITE TV for $34.99.
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Mark Heim is a sports reporter for The Alabama Media Group. Follow him on Twitter @Mark_Heim.