Ric Flair’s Final Match Bombshell: Ricky Morton Rejects Shock Comeback Showdown With Wrestling Icon
The idea of one last dream match between Ric Flair and Ricky Morton has officially hit a wall—and fans may be surprised by who shut the door.
The wrestling world was buzzing after the 76-year-old Hall of Famer teased a possible in-ring return during a virtual appearance with K&S WrestleFest. But behind the scenes, things were far from settled, especially when it came to money and logistics.
Ric Flair Doubles Down on Retirement
Soon after speculation started spreading, Flair moved quickly to clear things up. The legend—best known globally for his historic career with WWE—made it clear he has no plans to lace up his boots again.
His strong statement that he will “never wrestle again” reinforces the emotional ending to his career, which officially closed after his July 2022 farewell match. That bout saw him team with Andrade El Idolo against Jeff Jarrett and Jay Lethal — a match designed as a final celebration of his legacy.
Ricky Morton’s Firm—But Respectful—Rejection
While fans were excited about a possible nostalgia showdown, Morton quickly cooled expectations. He admitted the idea sounds exciting on paper but believes some moments should remain untouched.
Morton stressed that Flair’s final match already carried the perfect emotional weight—and repeating it could risk damaging that legacy moment.
The Only Way It Could Ever Happen
Interestingly, Morton didn’t completely slam the door. Instead, he hinted that if a match somehow happened, it would be strictly under his control.
He pointed toward potential involvement with either Game Changer Wrestling or the National Wrestling Alliance, making it clear that venue and promotion would be non-negotiable factors.
Two Legends, Two Very Different Paths
Right now, the two icons are living very different wrestling realities. Flair is enjoying retirement and public appearances, while Morton continues working select matches across the independent scene, keeping his decades-long career alive.
For fans hoping for one last ride from two of wrestling’s most respected names, the message seems clear: respect the past, because it may truly stay in the past.
