10 Booking Steps For WCW's Future If WWE Hadn't Killed It

6. Put Re-Emphasis On Cruiserweight Division

When longtime wrestling fans discuss the best aspects of WCW, the promotion's famed Cruiserweight division often comes into the equation. During the very first episode of Monday Nitro in 1995, fans were thrilled by matches such as Brian Pillman vs. Jushin Thunder Liger. From there, Eric Bischoff realised variety would be key to the show's success. Signing up everyone from Rey Mysterio Jr and Psicosis, to Dean Malenko and Billy Kidman, WCW went about the task of creating one of wrestling's most promising divisions. From the re-introduction of the title in 1996 (the Cruiserweight Title had earlier been active in 1991-1992), people responded well to what WCW were trying to achieve with the belt. In 1999 and 2000, the wheels fell off the division somewhat. Ill-advised champions like Madusa and Oklahoma cheapened the feel of the Cruiserweight Title. In early-2001, matches involving Shane Helms, Chavo Guerrero and others really helped restore some value. That would have likely continued throughout the rest of the year, something which would have pleased fans.