Crossbody of Work Episode 22: Dean Malenko

Welcome to Crossbody of Work, a show where we break down a wrestler’s career through five of their biggest matches.

This week we’re looking at the Iceman, the Shooter, the Man of 1000 Holds, Dean Malenko. Many underrate Malenko due to what they might consider a lack of charisma. We think that if you watch these matches, you’ll see an amazing technician with lots to offer. Matches against Eddie Guerrero, Chris Jericho and Rey Mysterio highlight our show this week. On top of those excellent matches, Evan & Javier also talk about:

• Their love & hate of The Worm
• AEW’s Four Horsemen
• Fake Ciclope
• Getting older

And a lot more.

Listen to the podcast here, and check out the links to the matches below.

Match One:

Dean Malenko vs Eddie Guerrero (c) –  ECW Television Championship – Hostile City Showdown 1995
Link to the match here.

Match Two:

Dean Malenko (c) vs Rey Mysterio Jr.  – WCW Cruiserweight Championship – Great American Bash 1996
Link to the match here.

Match Three:

Dean Malenko (c) vs Ultimo Dragon (c) – WCW Cruiserweight & J-Crown Championships – Starrcade 1996
Link to the match here.

Match Four:

Dean Malenko vs Chris Jericho – WCW Cruiserweight Championship – Great American Bash 1998
Link to the match here.

Promo: Dean Wants Arn To Recreate The Four Horsemen

Match Five:

Dean Malenko (c) vs Scotty 2 Hotty – WWF Light Heavyweight Championship – Backlash 2000
Link to the match here.

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