Claim: Some of the notable professional wrestling events in 1977 included Chavo Guerrero defeating Alfonso Dantés for the NWA World Light Heavyweight Championship, and Fishman defeating El Cobarde in a Lucha de Apuesta mask vs. mask match, as well as awards being given by the Pro Wrestling Illustrated such as Dusty Rhodes winning Wrestler of the Year, and Tag Team of the Year award going to Gene and Ole Anderson.
Evidence: Alfonso Dantés defeated Chavo Guerrero (c) in a singles match for the NWA World Light Heavyweight Championship