 After retaining his NWA title, Flair was attacked by Muta post-match.Sting came to Flair's rescue which, given their fierce rivalry the year prior, was an amazing surprise to fans.Sting and Flair feuded with Funk and Muta for the rest of the year in one of the NWA's most memorable battles, including a Thunderdome match called by Bruno Sammartino at Halloween Havoc.