![]() ![]() This a controversial entry for obvious reasons and I’m in no way ignoring the horrifying acts of one Chris Benoit. Chris Benoit (Pegasus Kid) (NJPW, April 16, 1994) This led to one of the best heel promos of Eddie’s career the week after, and arguably set him up to be a ruthless top guy if he wanted, too.ġ8) vs. Then it all changed – Guerrero saved his buddy from a 2-on-1 attack, only to mercilessly beat and bloody him without a mask. At first, Guerrero just wanted to beat Mysterio, but Rey kept finding a way to win. It’s perhaps one of the great rivalries of modern wrestling because these two men fought across multiple countries and between multiple wrestling companies. ![]() One of the highlights of 2005 was the back-and-forth friendly rivalry between Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero. On this night, Black Tiger II bests Liger, a legend who still competes today.ġ9) Turns his back on Rey Mysterio. This is a great watch: Both men trade off spectacular and innovative moves such as the brainbuster, Ligerbomb and the tope atomico. It was at this point in his career that Guerrero was really coming into his own, developing the his mixed style of lucha libre, puroresu and chain wrestling. Jushin Thunder Liger (New Japan Pro Wrestling, June 12, 1996)Īfter starting in CMLL and AAA, Guerrero moved to New Japan and adopted the Black Tiger II character. This list of his greatest matches and moments will hopefully highlight why Guerrero deserves to be in the conversation of greatest of all time.Ģ0) vs. Guerrero’s legacy is the inspiration he gives the many men and women who follow in his footsteps. Latino Heat had a short time as a full-fledged main-eventer, but his in-ring excellence, energy and unbridled charisma made him a star in the eyes of wrestling fans long before he ever won a world title. With the 12th anniversary of Eddie Guerrero’s passing just last month, I wanted to look back at his tremendous career. ![]()
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