Rare Footage Of Ric Flair and Roddy Piper Really Grappling In 1982 — See Who’s Better

Even in the world of pro-wrestling, the athletic pedigree is high, despite the fake nature of their business model.

One need look no further than that of Kurt Angle, who took home Olympic gold for the United States in wrestling, or Ronda Rousey, who took home Olympic silver for the Unites States in Judo.

But these two fine athletes are not alone. WWE legend Roddy Piper and Ric Flair were also grapplers at their base, and one time in 1982, the two got together to see who the better man was.

Enjoy the video above.