10 Amazing WWE Debut Matches

10. Rey Mysterio (Smackdown, 2002)

After weeks of promo packages and vignettes, Rey Mysterio made his long awaited WWE debut on the July 25th 2002 edition of Smackdown, taking on long time rival Chavo Guerrero.

Far from a squash, the match beautifully introduced the essential dichotomy of Mysterio's persona. On the one hand, he darted around the ring with lightning quick manoeuvres and reversals - but whenever Guerrero regained control, the sympathy he garnered was almost instant.

Mysterio was a bottle rocket of excitement, forever walking the tightrope between frantic and fragile. This match told the WWE audience all they needed to know about the masked man. Guerrero is just as pivotal to the success of the match; he knew his role, and executed it flawlessly.

Mixing a variety of styles and adding elements reminiscent of WCW's wildly popular Cruiserweight division, the two men benefited from years of experience working together and having a clear vision for the match.

Mysterio's strong performance made him an instant hit with fans, becoming a merchandise juggernaut and one of the most successful superstars of the last quarter century.