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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Official teaser of the documentary on Former WWE star Sabu's last wrestling appearance gets released
(WWE and ECW star Sabu) Just over a week after the passing of wrestling icon Sabu, the official teaser of the new documentary titled SABU has been released to commemorate his contributions in the field of wrestling. The film is produced by Sabu's long-time friend and WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam . The documentary SABU is directed by Joe Clarke, and the story of the film revolves around the late wrestling legend's final match against Joey Janela at Game Changer Wrestling's (GCW). According to the description of video, " SABU is an intimate documentary that follows the enigmatic career of professional wrestler Sabu as he seeks closure in his storied life—a final match. From his tumultuous upbringing under the influence of The Sheik to the electrifying days of ECW , Sabu reflects on his evolution as a performer and the extreme style that defined his legacy." 'The film captures the highs and lows of his journey, including personal challenges, injuries, and the emotional turmoil that shaped him both inside and outside the ring," the description further stated. Former ECW and WWE wrestler Sabu's documentary releases its first official teaser Sabu, born Terrance Michael Brunk, was a pioneering figure in the world of hardcore wrestling. He was renowned for his high-risk, no-holds-barred style, which helped define the identity of ECW in the 1990s. Sabu breathed his last on May 11, 2025, at the age of 60, leaving his fans and the wrestling world mourning in his loss. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ative o software antivírus do seu computador Clique aqui Undo To commemorate his contributions to the wrestling industry and pay tribute to his glorious wrestling journey, WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam is preparing to release his documentary, SABU . Following Sabu's passing, Clarke revealed on social media that he had been filming Sabu for a year for a documentary, and that they were scheduled to film the final scene just a week before his death. Clarke also expressed pride in being able to share Sabu's story with the world. SABU | Official Teaser Trailer | 2025 It is to be mentioned that Sabu's final match took place on April 18, 2025, at Game Changer Wrestling's (GCW) against Joey Janela 's Spring Break 9 event, where he faced Joey Janela in a barbed wire match. Despite concerns about his health leading up to the match, Sabu emerged victorious, bringing a close to a career that spanned four decades. After Sabu passed away, Joey Janela and GCW were accused by the fans of letting the late wrestler play under the influence of kratom. However, Joey Janela has dismissed the accusations, immediately denying the accusations and charges pressed on him. In a statement Janela clarified that it was actually Sabu's team , who supplied the substance. He also insisted that using kratom is common and legal in the wrestling business and clearly mentioned that neither GCW or he was involved on providing the drug to the late ECW wrestler. Also Read : Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens's turbulent WWE relationship inspires new wrestling book | WWE News - Times of India Later, Janela added, 'Sabu was a grown man, he did what he had to do to get out there. I took care of him to the best of my ability, I didn't think what happened halfway through would happen, it was all to get him one great payday and one last shine in the spotlight. That night wasn't about me, it was about Sabu, and I wouldn't change a thing.' Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Joey Janela responds to accusations after fans claim GCW drugged WWE legend Sabu before last match
(Image via Instagram/@thebadboyjoeyjanela) Former WWE legend Sabu passed away at 60, just a few weeks after playing his final retirement bout during WrestleMania 41 week. His untimely demise on May 11, 2025, has sent shockwaves across the wrestling universe, leaving fans mourning at the heartbreaking news. Before breathing his last, Sabu breathed in his final match during the WrestleMania weekend. He played the final bout of his retirement match with GCW star Joey Janela on April 18, 2025. The farewell match, however, did not turn out the way Sabu might have expected it to be. In his farewell match, the legend had to face a defeat at the hands of Janela in the main event of the ninth annual Joey Janela's Spring Break. The videos of the match showed a bloodied face Sabu leaving the ring with a heavy heart. But his celebratory send-off became a major controversial topic as fans have reportedly accused Joey Janela and GCW promoter Brett Lauderdale of letting Sabu wrestle under the influence of kratom, which is a legal but controversial substance often used for pain relief. To this accusation, Janela has responded promptly, dismissing the accusation. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3 Reasons to Plug This Into Your Home Today elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo Joey Janela dismisses accusations after fans claim Sabu was drugged before his match After fans accused Joey Janela and GCW of letting Sabu play under the influence of kratom, Joey Janela has dismissed the accusations, immediately denying that GCW was responsible for giving Sabu the drug kratom. He said Sabu's team supplied the substance and insisted that using kratom is common and legal in the wrestling business. Taking to his 'X' account, Joey Janela has dismissed allegations, stating that 'We didn't give him kratom his team did, it's also not illegal and 85% of professional wrestlers do it especially the ones on TV. So f** you.' Janela further added, 'Sabu was a grown man, he did what he had to do to get out there. I took care of him to the best of my ability, I didn't think what happened halfway through would happen, it was all to get him one great payday and one last shine in the spotlight. That night wasn't about me, it was about Sabu, and I wouldn't change a thing.' Previously, during an interview, Janela claimed that Sabu was given kratom to help him get through the match, which helped him aid his recovery from opiates. Janela's comments painted a controversial picture, suggesting that Sabu needed the substance to perform in the match. It was noted that Janela allegedly said, 'embellished some elements of the match itself to add to the 'lore' of Sabu,' and that the interview took place shortly after the match itself. This comment did not go well with his fans, and they called out the player for his comments. GCW - Sabu & Joey Janela Face Off In Sabu's Final Match! | #JJSB9 Fans continue to troll and accuse GCW and Joey Janela A fan took to his X handle and called out GCW and Janela for risking Sabu's health for the show. The fan said, 'So GCW/Brett drugged Sabu, knowing he was unable to wrestle that night or at least having issues in the name of making 2,000 fans happy rather than prioritizing a f***** old retired legend's health. I'm SO f****** disappointed to ever support GCW and buy tickets to their shows.' Another fan claimed, 'So your excuse for letting a drugged up legend who couldn't walk go out was 'he was a grown man.' Joey I love you but please just take the blame and say sorry for this s** man. F*** the 'spotlight,' his health comes first.' Meanwhile, a fan came out in support of Joey, stating facts about using kratom. The user said, "Kratom is used as a supplement, people use it to shake off opiate sickness more than it is any kind of hardcore drug. OP here acting like you're a dope pusher when this shit is relatively benign herbal supplement over here. Come on.' Also Read : 'Sabu paid for me': Fan recalls WWE legend Sabu's heartwarming gesture of buying them WrestleMania tickets | WWE News - The Times of India The wrestling world and its fans are still mourning the untimely passing of the wrestling legend on May 11, 2025. However, it is to be noted that the exact reason behind Sabu's death has not been disclosed as of yet. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings. Catch Lovlina's story unfold on Game On. Watch here!
Toronto Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Wrestling legend dead at age 60, just a month after retirement match
Sabu made a name for himself during the 1990s as part of ECW, becoming one of the hardcore promotion's biggest stars. Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, left, and Sabu pose for a photo. Twitter Sabu, an icon of hardcore professional wrestling, died on Sunday at the age of 60. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account His cause of death has not been disclosed. Sabu, real name Terry Brunk, made a name for himself during the 1990s as part of ECW, becoming one of the hardcore wrestling promotion's biggest stars. He later had a brief run with WWE in the mid-2000s as part of a takeover storyline after the company bought ECW. Last month in his retirement match, Sabu competed against Joey Janela in a 'No Rope Barbed Wire' match at Joey Janela's Spring Break 9 event as part of Game Changer Wrestling. Sabu was known as a high-flyer who would often leap from heights onto his opponents. He became famous for his work in hardcore matches featuring tables, ladders, chairs and barbed wire, earning the moniker of 'the suicidal, homicidal, genocidal, death-defying maniac.' During his 40-year in-ring career, Sabu was a two-time ECW world heavyweight champion while also capturing the promotion's world television championship and the tag team title three times. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In a statement, WWE said it was 'saddened' by Sabu's death and described him as 'a pioneer of hardcore wrestling.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. His final major TV appearance came in 2023 with AEW, when he served as a special enforcer for a match between Adam Cole and Chris Jericho. 'AEW and the wrestling world mourns the passing of Sabu,' the official AEW X account posted Sunday. 'From barbed wire battles to unforgettable high-risk moments, Sabu gave everything to professional wrestling. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans.' AEW and the wrestling world mourns the passing of Sabu. From barbed wire battles to unforgettable high-risk moments, Sabu gave everything to professional wrestling. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans. — All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) May 11, 2025 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Many past and present wrestlers shared tributes to the hardcore icon on social media. 'I would not have had the career that I have had, and I've been blessed to have, if it wasn't for Sabu. That man got me over, and he didn't have to get me over, and he did,' Taz said in a video posted on X. 'A great heart and soul. I'm gonna miss him immensely.' Read More WWE superstar Sami Zayn shared that he had been pushing to get Sabu into the WWE Hall of Fame. 'This is a gut punch. I was pushing this agenda again a few weeks ago after Sabu had his final match,' Zayn wrote. 'RIP Sabu. One of a kind, absolute legend, and a true game changer for professional wrestling.' This is a gut punch. I was pushing this agenda again a few weeks ago after Sabu had his final match. RIP Sabu. One of a kind, absolute legend, and a true game changer for professional wrestling. — Sami Zayn (@SamiZayn) May 11, 2025 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Jake 'The Snake' Roberts shared a photo of himself and Sabu at a convention, writing, 'I'm very sad to learn of the passing of Sabu. 'He was a pioneer in our business, a talented performer, and most importantly, a good man. RIP.' Rob Van Dam, himself an ECW mainstay, posted an emoji of an index finger pointing up on his X account, a nod to Sabu's signature pose. Toronto Maple Leafs Editorial Cartoons World Ontario Sunshine Girls
USA Today
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Former ECW champion and wrestling legend Sabu dead at 60, weeks after retirement fight
Former ECW champion and wrestling legend Sabu dead at 60, weeks after retirement fight Just three weeks after his retirement match, wrestling legend and former ECW champion Sabu, 60, who's real name was Terry Brunk, has died, All Elite Wrestling and WWE announced Sunday. A cause or time of Sabu's death has not been disclosed. Just weeks ago, Sabu participated in the final match of his career, defeating GCW star Joey Janela in the main event of the ninth annual Joey Janela's Spring Break. AEW and the wrestling world mourns the passing of Sabu. From barbed wire battles to unforgettable high-risk moments, Sabu gave everything to professional wrestling. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans. — All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) May 11, 2025 Sabu was known as a fearless wrestler, willing to perform high-risk maneuvers regularly in order to entertain his fans. AEW mentioned that Sabu was no stranger to such performances, pointing out his familiarity with "barbed wire battles." Sabu was considered a pioneer of the hardcore wrestling style. Sabu was a well-respected wrestler who participated in multiple organizations throughout his career including the ECW, WCW, and WWE. Sabu's wrestling achievements Two-time World Heavyweight Champion FTW Heavyweight Champion World Television Champion Three-time World Tag Team Champion ECW Triple Crown Champion NWA World Heavyweight Champion Insane Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Champion XPW World Heavyweight Champion Sabu also made an appearance during WrestleMania 23, as a part of the ECW Originals tag team that defeated The New Breed. Sabu left WWE soon after.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sabu, High-Flying ‘Hardcore' Pro Wrestling Pioneer, Dies at 60
Sabu, the high-risk, high-flying 'hardcore' professional wrestling pioneer who helped bring tables, chairs, barbed wire and other instruments of brutality into the mainstream, has died, according to multiple reports. He was 60. His death was first reported by PWInsider and later confirmed by All Elite Wrestling and TMZ. No additional details were available. AEW and the wrestling world mourns the passing of Sabu. From barbed wire battles to unforgettable high-risk moments, Sabu gave everything to professional wrestling. Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and his fans. — All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) May 11, 2025 Born Terry Brunk in Staten Island, Brunk grew up in a wrestling family, and was trained by his uncle, Ed Farhat, better known as The Sheik. Farhat's high-risk style suited his nephew, who went on to become a champion in Extreme Championship Wrestling and a fan favorite for his extreme style. Sabu began wrestling in the 1980s, primarily in Japan, where he honed his death-defying acrobatics and hardcore punishment. Sabu later rose to prominence in the ECW, where his nickname was 'The Homicidal, Suicidal, Genocidal, Death-Defying Maniac.' Sabu had brief stints at the top levels of pro wrestling, including the WCW and WWE, bringing his signature daredevil brutality to mainstream fans – but some of it was just too much, and he left over creative differences. Most of his career took place in fringe tiers, like Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, where he pioneered moves like the 'Arabian Facebuster' and 'triple-jump moonsault.' Often performing while injured, Sabu's intense toughness and use of tables, barbed wire and other gnarly implements inspired future generations of hardcore wrestlers. Sabu died less than two weeks after his final match on April 18 during Game Changer Wrestling's Joey Janela's Spring Break 9 in Las Vegas, where he faced Joey Janela. According to multiple reports, he left with a bloodied face. The post Sabu, High-Flying 'Hardcore' Pro Wrestling Pioneer, Dies at 60 appeared first on TheWrap.
