Eddie Guerrero delivered many classic matches throughout his legendary career, including his epic encounter against Kurt Angle at WrestleMania 20 and his amazing match against Brock Lesnar at No Way Out. His Hall of Fame career is marked by amazing performances, with Latino Heat being notorious for his in-ring quality, which helped him build an excellent reputation.
Twenty years on from his tragic death, WWE fans are still talking about Guerrero as one of the all-time greats, and that’s not just because of the matches that are talked about all the time. Guerrero was consistent with his performances, which has meant that there have been many great encounters of his that have gone under the radar over the years, deserving more attention.
Eddie Guerrero vs. Syxx
Eddie Guerrero Vs Syxx in a ladder match at Souled Out 1997
When
Match Length
Winner
nWo Souled Out, 1997
13:48
Eddie Guerrero
Eddie Guerrero has had some classic ladder matches throughout his career, with a lot of attention being placed on what he did against Rey Mysterio and RVD in WWE. However, during his WCW career, Guerrero also put on an equally good ladder match against Syxx for the Cruiserweight Championship. It was filled with clever spots, and two wrestlers who were out to impress those in attendance.
Both men were lighter at this point, which led to them moving around the ring with speed. That worked perfectly for the ladder match setting, and with several big bumps being taken by each, it ended up being a fantastic match that deserves more attention.
Eddie Guerrero vs. Batista
Batista giving a spinebuster to Eddie Guerrero
When
Match Length
Winner
No Mercy, 2005
18:42
Batista
Batista and Eddie Guerrero were very close friends, and that’s something that came across when they competed against each other. Friends often push each other even harder inside the ring, and that’s exactly what they did at No Mercy. Batista was an ideal opponent for Guerrero, because his powerhouse style meant that he could dominate the match as Latino Heat looked to sell and try and put over the Animal.
Fans were able to enjoy Guerrero being creative to try and chop down the bigger man, all while sustaining plenty of punishment. It was a match that fans were easily able to engage with as they went back and forth, with Guerrero’s intensity allowing him to feel like a genuine threat against Batista.
Eddie Guerrero vs. CM Punk vs. Rey Mysterio
Cm punk vs rey mysterio vs eddie guerrero
When
Match Length
Winner
IWA Mid-South Spring Heat
11:55
Eddie Guerrero
The majority of wrestling fans would likely never know this match happened due to the fact it wasn’t televised or done for a major promotion, which is why it has ended up being underrated. However, it was a tremendous triple threat match that is well worth seeking out to see. Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio were enjoying a run away from a top promotion, while CM Punk was a young, upcoming wrestler who was hungry to make his mark.
The combination of their different styles worked perfectly, with this being set at a fast pace and all of them being involved at each point. It might not have been the longest match in Guerrero’s career, but it was a sprint that fans were able to relish watching.
Eddie Guerrero vs. Chris Jericho
WCW-era Eddie Guerrero balances on the top rope while holding onto Chris Jericho
When
Match Length
Winner
WCW Fall Brawl, 1997
17:19
Eddie Guerrero
Eddie Guerrero and Chris Jericho got the chance to work against each other plenty of times over the years, having many memorable encounters. However, this WCW match is one that doesn’t get spoken about as much, despite the fact that it was a brilliant encounter between two wrestlers who were both looking to prove themselves at that stage in their careers.
This was a Cruiserweight Championship match, and anything from that division brought certain expectations at the time. Audiences wanted fast encounters that were filled with aerial moves and reversals, which is exactly what they delivered.
Eddie Guerrero vs. Chavo Guerrero
Eddie Guerrero Vs Chavo Guerrero in WCW
When
Match Length
Winner
Bash at the Beach, 1998
11:54
Eddie Guerrero
Matches between family members can be intense, as the rivalries often need to be aggressive for fans to buy into the idea that they legitimately dislike each other. Eddie Guerrero and Chavo had no problem doing that when called upon, and this was a great example of that and is arguably the best match they ever had against each other.
The fact that it was a Hair vs. Hair match meant that fans were emotionally invested, and both men were showing signs of being desperate not to lose given the stipulation. That only enhanced the match, which was obviously great from a technical perspective as well.
Eddie Guerrero vs. Ric Flair
Ric Flair vs. Eddie Guerrero in WWE
When
Match Length
Winner
King of the Ring, 2002
17:00
Ric Flair
Ric Flair and Eddie Guerrero are two of the most talented wrestlers of all time, which is why it’s not surprising that they were able to piece together an exciting match filled with amazing technical work and classic wrestling skills. This was one for the purists in a sense of what they did with their moves, but they’re both known for cheating and pushing the rules, which also captures people’s attention.
The Nature Boy was still working at a great level in this one, which meant that he was able to match up to the passion Guerrero brought to the ring that night. It was a solid pay-per-view match, and one that fans should be watching.
Los Guerreros vs. Team Angle
Los Guerreros as Tag Team Champions
When
Match Length
Winners
SmackDown, 4/2/03
15:36
Team Angle
Eddie Guerrero teamed up with Tajiri to put on some clinics against Team Angle, but before Chavo Guerrero got injured, they were able to team up and work against Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin. This was an exciting match that saw four wrestlers with similar styles and physiques compete against each other.
They were both legitimate teams with real chemistry, which showed throughout. The match was fluid with great action, with this being a classic tag team match with the ring being cut off and double team moves all coming together to create something special.
Eddie Guerrero vs. JBL
Eddie Guerrero attacking JBL in a steel cage match
When
Match Length
Winner
SmackDown, 7/13/04
28:48
JBL
Eddie Guerrero’s feud against JBL is one of the best from both of their legendary careers, as they had fantastic chemistry. When they stepped into the ring, they were able to produce magic, mainly because they wouldn’t hold anything back. Both men were known for being physical and hard-hitting, and that’s what fans enjoyed about their matches.
Attention often goes to their PPV encounter, but they also had a tremendous steel cage bout on SmackDown that was just as good. This is one of the most physical encounters of Guerrero’s career, with both men pushing each other to the extreme here in a match that should get more attention.
Eddie Guerrero vs. Rey Mysterio
Eddie Guerrero Vs Rey Mysterio on Smackdown in 2005
When
Match Length
Winner
SmackDown, 11/12/02
16:11
Eddie Guerrero
These two men competed against each other at many of the biggest premium live events in wrestling history for multiple promotions. The experience they had against each other meant that whenever they wrestled it would be entertaining, but the fact that their other encounters were such big deals has meant that this particular bout has ended up being underrated.
Tucked away on an episode of SmackDown, Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero competed against each other in a terrific match that deserves more attention than it gets. They jam-packed the match with reversals and false finishes, ensuring that fans were buying into everything that happened.
Eddie Guerrero vs. The Rock
When
Match Length
Winner
Raw, 7/22/02
08:31
The Rock
Eddie Guerrero and The Rock aren’t two wrestlers who most fans associate with each other in terms of being opponents because they didn’t spend a lot of time interacting over the years. However, they did face each other on an episode of Raw in 2002, and they showcased that they would have been great rivals if WWE had put them in a long-term storyline.
Instead, the match was just thrown together and lacked any real story. However, that didn’t stop them from pushing the boat out with a short match that deserves more credit due to how entertaining it was. They held nothing back here, despite the low stakes, with this ending up as an intense singles match that left fans wanting more.
