On a recent edition of the “Under The Ring” podcast, Lex Luger discussed his longtime friendship with Sting as the latter heads toward his final match at AEW Revolution 2024.
Additionally, Luger commented on how Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat taught him the art of calling a match in the ring, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On their friendship: “We — both inside and outside the ring — have similar journeys. We’re both followers of Jesus now, and that makes it extra special for us as well. He never gave up on me, even during the worst times of my life. He’d leave voicemails when I wouldn’t answer the phone — when I went through a bad period of addictions with sex, drugs, and alcohol. People thought I was going to be the next wrestler found dead. Stinger never gave up on me, and we’re the best of friends to this day — he’s a special guy and a special friend.”
On their relationship getting off to a rough start when Luger gave a sarcastic response to a question about nutritional advice: “He walked away shaking his head, but we ended up seeing each other downstairs, finally had breakfast together, went to the gym together, and over time, became the best of friends.”
On Sting still wrestling at the age of 64: “It’s fantastic and incredible.”
On Steamboat teaching him in the ring: “I always was led by guys like Ric and everything, held my hand and called the whole match in the ring. It takes experience and a more experienced guy always called a match, so I never learned how to call a match. Ricky Steamboat, I call him the teacher.”
On how Steamboat taught him: “He goes, ‘I want you to call the whole thing.’ Man, I was on cloud nine, I took a slam off the top, things I’d never done in the ring before because I wanted to have such a great match for Ricky and him allowing me to call the whole match, I was so excited I was like a little kid in a candy store… That’s why I call him the teacher. To this day I’m still very thankful. Ricky is an incredible guy, he really is. It’s hard to have a bad match with Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat.’”
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Lex Luger Reflects on Friendship with Sting and Lessons from Ricky Steamboat
In a recent episode of the “Under The Ring” podcast, former professional wrestler Lex Luger opened up about his longtime friendship with fellow wrestler Sting and the valuable lessons he learned from Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat. Luger’s insights shed light on the personal and professional dynamics within the wrestling industry.
Luger and Sting’s friendship has stood the test of time, with both wrestlers sharing similar journeys in and out of the ring. Luger revealed that they are both followers of Jesus, which has strengthened their bond. He expressed gratitude for Sting’s unwavering support during the darkest periods of his life, when he battled addiction to sex, drugs, and alcohol. Despite the challenges, Sting never gave up on Luger, leaving voicemails and reaching out to ensure his well-being. Their friendship remains strong to this day, making Sting a special person in Luger’s life.
Interestingly, Luger recalled that their relationship had a rocky start. When asked about nutritional advice, Luger responded sarcastically, causing Sting to walk away in disappointment. However, fate brought them together again, and they eventually had breakfast and went to the gym together. Over time, their friendship blossomed into something truly special.
At the age of 64, Sting continues to wrestle, which Luger finds both fantastic and incredible. Despite the physical demands of the sport, Sting’s passion and dedication have allowed him to defy expectations and keep entertaining fans.
Luger also shared how Ricky Steamboat played a crucial role in his wrestling career. Steamboat taught Luger the art of calling a match in the ring, an essential skill for any professional wrestler. Luger had previously relied on more experienced wrestlers like Ric Flair to guide him through matches. However, Steamboat challenged Luger to take charge and call the entire match himself. This opportunity filled Luger with excitement and a sense of accomplishment. He even performed moves he had never done before, all to create a memorable match for Steamboat. Luger expressed his gratitude towards Steamboat, calling him an incredible person and acknowledging that it’s difficult to have a bad match with him.
Luger’s reflections on his friendship with Sting and the lessons he learned from Steamboat provide a glimpse into the personal and professional dynamics within the wrestling industry. It highlights the importance of support, mentorship, and personal growth in the world of professional wrestling.
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