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Tony Schiavone compares AEW match to Ric Flair vs. Ricky Steamboat

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 11:51 PM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Tony Schiavone compares AEW match to Ric Flair vs. Ricky Steamboat
Summary

Tony Schiavone expressed that the recent AEW match between Will Ospreay and Kenny Omega parallels the classic rivalry between Ric Flair and Ricky Steamboat. He made this comparison while discussing Omega and Ospreay's ongoing series of matches, which currently stands at 2-2. Schiavone highlighted the significance of their bout at AEW All In: London, recalling the memorable trilogy between Flair and Steamboat in 1989. Other wrestlers, including the Young Bucks, also praised the match as one of the top experiences they have witnessed live.

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  • •Schiavone compared Ospreay vs. Omega to Flair vs. Steamboat.
  • •Ospreay and Omega's rivalry is currently tied at 2-2.
  • •The match occurred at AEW All In: London.
  • •Schiavone discussed the match on the Battleground Podcast.
  • •The Young Bucks praised the match as a top live experience.
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  • 11:51 PMWrestling Inc — Tony Schiavone Says Recent AEW Match Has Parallels With Ric Flair Vs. Ricky Steamboat
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Tony Schiavone was reminded of the classic rivalry between Ric Flair and Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat while watching one recent AEW main event.

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