(1976.02.10) Terry Funk vs Dusty Rhodes - Championship Wrestling - Florida

On February 10, 1976, Terry Funk faced Dusty Rhodes on Championship Wrestling from Florida (CWF) in what was likely a heated and physical contest.

At the time, Terry Funk was in the midst of his reign as the NWA World Heavyweight Champion, having won the title in December 1975. Dusty Rhodes, already an established fan favorite, was one of the top challengers to Funk’s championship.

Given their history, this match would have featured a mix of technical wrestling, wild brawling, and intense storytelling, with Funk using his roughhouse tactics while Rhodes relied on his charisma and resilience. The match likely ended in controversy—possibly a disqualification or count-out—to keep the feud going and protect Funk’s championship reign.

Their rivalry was one of the defining feuds of the era, with Dusty constantly chasing the NWA World Title, and Funk playing the vicious, unpredictable heel champion.