Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, and Randy Savage Clash on WCW Monday Nitro

Flair retains WCW World Heavyweight Championship amid interference from Miss Elizabeth and Woman

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The February 12, 1996 episode of WCW Monday Nitro featured a series of matches and confrontations between some of the biggest stars in professional wrestling at the time. Macho Man Randy Savage defeated Hugh Morris, while Loch Ness with Jimmy Hart beat Scott Riggs. Ric Flair, the reigning WCW World Heavyweight Champion, appeared with Miss Elizabeth and Woman to taunt Savage. In the main event, Arn Anderson defeated Hulk Hogan with help from Flair and Woman, leading to a brawl between Hogan, Savage, Flair, and Anderson to close the show.

Why it matters

This episode of Nitro showcased the ongoing rivalry between the top stars of WCW, including the newly crowned champion Ric Flair, the legendary Hulk Hogan, and the fan-favorite Randy Savage. The interference and antics of Flair's allies, Miss Elizabeth and Woman, added to the drama and set the stage for future showdowns between these wrestling icons.

The details

In the opening match, Macho Man Randy Savage defeated Hugh Morris, despite Morris' attempts to gain the upper hand. Later, Loch Ness with Jimmy Hart beat Scott Riggs in a short but forgettable match. The main focus of the episode was the confrontation between Ric Flair, the new WCW World Heavyweight Champion, and his rivals Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage. Flair appeared with Miss Elizabeth and Woman, taunting Savage and claiming he had taken everything from him. In the main event, Arn Anderson defeated Hulk Hogan with help from Flair and Woman, leading to a brawl between the four wrestlers to close the show.

  • The episode of WCW Monday Nitro aired on February 12, 1996 in Tampa, Florida.

The players

Ric Flair

The reigning WCW World Heavyweight Champion, known for his flamboyant persona and legendary wrestling career.

Hulk Hogan

A legendary wrestler and one of the biggest stars in the history of the sport, known for his iconic 'Hulkamania' persona.

Randy Savage

A charismatic wrestler and former WCW World Heavyweight Champion, known for his intense rivalries and signature 'Macho Man' persona.

Miss Elizabeth

A former manager and valet who was closely associated with Randy Savage, and who had recently aligned herself with Ric Flair.

Woman

A manager and valet who was also aligned with Ric Flair and involved in the events of this episode of Nitro.

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What they’re saying

“Sometimes only a woman can say things as eloquently as they need to be heard.”

— Ric Flair, WCW World Heavyweight Champion (WCW Monday Nitro)

“Last night, she took it all. He says he likes to live on the edge, Miss Elizabeth says that he is over the edge looking up at the Nature Boy.”

— Miss Elizabeth, Ric Flair's ally (WCW Monday Nitro)

“Yes, Arn Anderson just beat the great, unbeatable, Hulk Hogan.”

— Arn Anderson, Ric Flair's ally (WCW Monday Nitro)

What’s next

Next week on Nitro, Randy Savage will challenge Ric Flair for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship, with Hulk Hogan also involved in the proceedings.

The takeaway

This episode of Nitro showcased the ongoing power struggle between the top stars of WCW, with Ric Flair solidifying his position as champion through underhanded tactics. The episode set the stage for future showdowns between Flair, Hogan, and Savage, as the rivalry between these wrestling icons continued to captivate fans.