NWA Starrcade 1988

Starrcade 1988, held on December 26, 1988, was a major professional wrestling event produced by Jim Crockett Promotions (JCP) under the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) banner. The main event featured a highly anticipated NWA World Heavyweight Championship match between Ric Flair and Lex Luger, with Luger aiming to dethrone the legendary 'Nature Boy'. The event also showcased other prominent NWA stars and featured a variety of championship bouts and grudge matches.

Starrcade 1988 is generally remembered as a solid, albeit not spectacular, entry in the annual Starrcade series. The main event between Flair and Luger was a significant draw, and while it received mixed reviews for its finish, the overall quality of the NWA roster was on full display. The event is often cited for its historical significance in the NWA's ongoing battle with the WWF.

• Ric Flair's reign as NWA World Heavyweight Champion was a central focus, with his match against Lex Luger being the marquee attraction.

• The event featured a strong undercard with multiple title defenses and memorable performances from NWA mainstays.

• The finish of the main event between Flair and Luger was controversial, leaving audiences divided.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Starrcade 1988 often highlight the excitement of the main event and the overall quality of wrestling provided by the NWA roster. Discussions frequently revolve around the outcome of the NWA World Championship match and its implications for the promotion.

The main event between Ric Flair and Lex Luger was originally intended to be a 'face vs. face' encounter, but the booking shifted to make Luger the challenger in a more traditional heel vs. babyface dynamic.