Ted DiBiase Reveals Dream Final Opponents: Jake Roberts, Bret Hart, and Ric Flair Top His List

One Big Thing

WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase recently disclosed on “Everybody’s Got a Pod” that Jake Roberts and Bret Hart would have been his ideal final opponents in a “perfect world” scenario, later adding Ric Flair to that elite list.

By The Numbers

• DiBiase’s active in-ring career ended in 1993 due to a neck injury
• His last traditional match was a loss to Razor Ramon at SummerSlam 1993
• Brief return in 2019 for a one-day reign as 24/7 Champion

Why It Matters

DiBiase’s career ended prematurely due to injury, denying fans potential dream matches against some of wrestling’s greatest technical performers. His choices reflect a desire for psychology-driven matches with fellow second-generation performers who understood the business at its core.

The Details

• DiBiase faced Jake Roberts at WrestleMania VI, winning by countout
• Their feud produced Roberts’ famous “wallowing in the muck of avarice” promo
• Crossed paths with Bret Hart primarily at house shows and the 1990 Survivor Series
• Added Ric Flair to his list, citing the Nature Boy’s exceptional in-ring ability

Notable Quote

“In a perfect world, there’s two names that come to mind. One of those is Jake Roberts. And the other would be Bret Hart. And I’m talking about two guys, like myself, who grew up in the business.”

Looking Forward

While these dream matches never materialized, they represent the kind of technical, storytelling-focused wrestling that defined the era these performers helped shape.

What would have been your dream final opponent for the Million Dollar Man, and how do you think those matches would have played out? Share your thoughts in the comments below.