On the latest episode of the Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T discussed one of his all-time favorite wrestling matches: Randy Savage vs. Ricky Steamboat at WWE WrestleMania 3. Booker T explained how this legendary match left a lasting impact on him and played a major role in inspiring his own wrestling career. He praised both Savage and Steamboat for their incredible in-ring chemistry, storytelling, and athleticism, noting how the match set a new standard for what could be accomplished inside the squared circle. Booker also shared personal anecdotes about how witnessing this iconic showdown ignited his passion for wrestling and made him want to pursue a career in the sport. Below are some of the key highlights from the discussion (thanks to 411mania.com).
Booker T on WWE’s Decision to Use Jesse Ventura for Saturday Night’s Main Event:
“I used to love Saturday Night Main Event. That’s the one show that Hogan normally would be on. It was always a big feel. It’s almost like a heavyweight championship bout-like feel. The way they’re promoting it, it feels the same way.”
Booker T on Jesse Ventura:
“He’s one of those guys that he was always a top guy. You always knew Jesse The Body, you knew what he was always about. He’s always one of my favorite guys.”
Booker T on his favorite wrestling match:
“Steamboat [vs.] Savage, man. I know I’m dating myself, but Steamboat-Savage was the best match in the history of the world for me. Because that’s the match that made me want to do it like that, at that level. I’m serious, when I saw those guys I go, ‘Man, I gotta do it like that one day.’ And yeah, so that would be the match for me.”
