This match between Eddie Guerrero and Kurt Angle on WWE SmackDown (October 31, 2002) is a memorable encounter showcasing the contrast between two of WWE’s most skilled and charismatic wrestlers. Kurt Angle, the Olympic gold medalist, was the reigning WWE Champion and relied on his technical mastery, using suplexes, submissions, and his wrestling background to dominate his opponents. Eddie Guerrero, on the other hand, was known for his "Lie, Cheat, and Steal" persona, using his quickness, agility, and crafty tactics to outwit opponents. From the start, Eddie tried to gain an advantage by using distractions, feigning injury, and even attempting to cheat, while Angle relied on his superior wrestling technique to wear Guerrero down with a series of submissions and suplexes. The match was a back-and-forth affair, with each competitor countering the other’s signature moves, including Eddie escaping Angle’s ankle lock and Angle narrowly avoiding Guerrero’s frog splash. In the final moments, Eddie managed to outsmart Angle, rolling him up for a surprise pinfall victory after using a little bit of trickery. This victory was a huge moment for Eddie, cementing him as a top contender in WWE and adding to his underdog, clever persona. The match not only highlighted the technical brilliance of Angle but also showcased Eddie’s resilience and cleverness, further elevating him in the eyes of the fans and establishing him as a future WWE title contender.
