On a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff weighed in again on Sting’s retirement match at AEW Revolution 2024.
Sting & Darby Allin vs. The Young Bucks in a Tornado Tag Team match, serving as Sting’s retirement match, took place in the main event of the AEW Revolution 2024, with the babyfaces retaining the AEW Tag Team Titles.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On the retirement match: “I think it was close to perfect. I didn’t like the match, necessarily. It wasn’t my style of match. It wasn’t what I would have done, but that doesn’t mean it wasn’t right. It’s just not my thing.”
On what he would have done differently: “I would have liked to have seen more of a story, more of a build-up with Sting, personally. But at the end of the day, … it doesn’t really matter what I think or what I feel. What I was hoping for is … the next morning that Sting would wake up — Steve Borden would wake up — with a smile on his face and feel like he accomplished exactly what he wanted to accomplish.”
WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff recently shared his thoughts on Sting’s retirement match at AEW Revolution 2024 during an episode of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast. The match, which featured Sting and Darby Allin taking on The Young Bucks in a Tornado Tag Team match, served as Sting’s farewell from professional wrestling. Despite not being a fan of the match personally, Bischoff acknowledged that it was close to perfect and recognized that it may not have been his style.
One aspect that Bischoff mentioned he would have done differently was to have more of a story and build-up leading to Sting’s retirement match. He expressed his desire for Sting, whose real name is Steve Borden, to wake up the next morning with a smile on his face, feeling like he had accomplished exactly what he wanted.
Sting’s retirement match was a significant event in the world of professional wrestling. Throughout his career, Sting became one of the most iconic and beloved figures in the industry. He gained popularity in various promotions, including WCW and TNA, before making his debut in WWE in 2014. His move to AEW in 2020 created a buzz among fans, and his retirement match was highly anticipated.
The match itself, a Tornado Tag Team match, is a high-energy and chaotic contest where all participants are legal at the same time. It often leads to intense action and thrilling moments for the audience. Sting teamed up with Darby Allin, a rising star in AEW known for his daredevil style and unique persona. Together, they faced The Young Bucks, who are renowned for their high-flying and innovative tag team maneuvers.
The outcome of the match saw Sting and Allin emerge victorious, retaining the AEW Tag Team Titles. This result not only provided a fitting end to Sting’s career but also showcased the talent and potential of Allin as a future star in the industry.
While Bischoff may have had different preferences for the retirement match, it is important to remember that wrestling is subjective, and different styles and approaches cater to diverse audiences. What matters most is that Sting himself felt satisfied with his retirement match and achieved his desired goals.
Sting’s retirement match at AEW Revolution 2024 will undoubtedly be remembered as a significant moment in wrestling history. It marked the end of an era for one of the industry’s most legendary figures and allowed fans to celebrate Sting’s contributions to professional wrestling. As the industry continues to evolve, Sting’s legacy will endure, and his retirement match will serve as a testament to his enduring impact on the sport.