This WWF steel cage match took place in December 1989 at Madison Square Garden. It was the culmination of an ongoing feud between the two wrestlers that had lasted several months. In an interview, Rick listed it as one of the greatest matches he ever took part in. (This page was created on October 20,2002.)

"What I'd like to have right now...is for all you fat...out-of-shape...inner city sweathogs...keep the noise down...while I take my robe off and give you a good look at the body that's gonna put an end to Roddy Piper..........Hit the music..."

The frontal view.

The rear view.

The opponent, "Rowdy" Roddy.

Rude eyed Piper as he made his way to the ring.

Rude attacked Piper as soon as he stepped into the ring.

Rick pounded on Piper...

...and slammed his head into the turnbuckle.

Rude delivered some karate chops to Piper's throat.

And again with the karate chops.