On the November 10, 1997 episode of WCW Monday Nitro in Memphis, Tennessee, **Eddie Guerrero challenged Rey Mysterio Jr. for the WCW Cruiserweight Championship in a fast-paced, action-intensive TV title match. From the opening bell, Guerrero attacked Mysterio aggressively, drop-kicking him and working the more physical offense, while Mysterio used his quickness and high-flying maneuvers to stay competitive and gain momentum. The exchange featured a flurry of counters, headscissors takedowns, springboard moves, and near-falls as both men showcased their chemistry and contrasting styles. Mid-match, Guerrero executed a superplex and delivered hard strikes, but Mysterio repeatedly battled back with springboard ranas and other aerial offense. In the closing sequence, Mysterio attempted his signature high-impact offense, but Guerrero countered and finished the bout with a frog splash to pin Mysterio and regain the Cruiserweight Championship, ending their brief but thrilling encounter at just under six minutes. Afterward, Dean Malenko came out and confronted Guerrero, setting up future title storylines.
