The Great American Bash 1987

What's up, Bubba?! On Episode 22 of The Bubba Cast, we take a deep dive into the wrestling history lesson that is The Great American Bash of 1987. From the brutal debut of War Games to barbed wire chaos and title fights, this episode walks through the matches, moments, and madness that defined an era. We break down the origins of War Games, the dominance of the Four Horsemen, Dusty Rhodes leading the charge for the babyfaces, and the sheer carnage inside the double cages. Along the way, we revisit classic clashes featuring Ric Flair, the Road Warriors, Lex Luger, the Rock & Roll Express, Midnight Express, and more, while also unpacking some of the storytelling quirks, rule confusion, and unforgettable personalities that made late-80s wrestling so electric. From blood-and-guts brawling to ladder match insanity and championship drama, this episode celebrates a tour that helped shape modern wrestling spectacle — and reminds us why this era still hits hard decades later. Whether you're reliving it or discovering it for the first time, this one is pure wrestling nostalgia.