July 14, 2014 was a historic night for World Wrestling Entertainment. It had nothing to do with the latest chapter in John Cena and Roman Reigns' war with The Authority, nor did it involve the United States-Russia detente that elicited such an impassioned response from the audience. There were no major WWE Network announcement nor was there a return to action of any Superstars. No, the historic event that shook the professional wrestling world to its very foundation was a pre-recorded video package, An orchestra greeted fans. The screen became cloaked in both light and shadow. Suddenly, the profile of a man in a trench coat, a baseball bat in his hand, appeared. Suddenly, the music stopped and every musician present turned toward the camera, their faces painted to match that of the the legendary competitor who was the subject of the brief 30-second promo. For the first time in his Hall of Fame career, Sting appeared in WWE, facing the camera and confirming his participation in the WWE 2K15 video game. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3gExu2Mk6o The involvement in the wildly popular gaming franchise is the first step in the Icon's working relationship with Vince McMahon's company. After years of hesitancy on Sting's part to join WWE following what he considered mistreatment of his fellow former WCW stars, he has made the choice to work closely with the company for one last run in the spotlight. His legacy could very well be determined by what he does, or does not do, with WWE in the months to come. His work in the biggest sports-entertainment company will enhance what is already an iconic career. In preparation of his impending debut in front of a live WWE crowd, experience 10 must-see Sting matches, all of which helped WCW become the main competition to McMahon's pro wrestling empire.
Erik Beaston is a freelance pro wrestling writer who likes long walks in the park, dandelions and has not quite figured out that this introduction is not for Match.com. He resides in Parts Unknown, where he hosts weekly cookouts with Kane, The Ultimate Warrior, Papa Shango and The Boogeyman. Be jealous.
