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Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
ECW and WWE Legend Sabu Passes Away at 60: Report
Former ECW and WWE icon Sabu has reportedly passed away at the age of 60. PWInsider reported the news on Sunday. Details on the passing are sparse at this time. Sabu wrestled his final match during "WrestleMania Weekend." He defeated Joey Janela on April 18. Advertisement Before truly building his legacy, Sabu made a few appearances for WWE in 1993, but they were all dark matches. In numerous shoot interviews, Sabu has said that WWE later pitched the role of The Sultan, but he turned down the offer. The gimmick ended up going to Samoan legend Rikishi. Sabu made his ECW debut shortly after his WWE dark matches. He worked dates for NJPW and WCW before returning to "The Land of Extreme." Sabu ended up capturing the ECW World Heavyweight Championship twice. In 2006, Sabu made his return to WWE. At "ECW One Night Stand," Sabu challenged Rey Mysterio for the World Heavyweight Championship. The match was ruled a no contest when both men crashed onto a table. Advertisement Sabu's final match under the WWE banner took place on May 1, 2007. He took on Tommy Dreamer, Sandman, and Rob Van Dam to determine the No. 1 contender for the ECW World Heavyweight Championship. Van Dam won the match, and Sabu was out of WWE just 15 days later. Following his WWE departure, Sabu made several appearances on the independent circuit. He even returned to TNA Wrestling for some matches and segments. A key story in the wrestling world during "WrestleMania 41 Weekend" was the aforementioned retirement match against Janela. The match lasted just over 17 minutes, and it was a no-rope barbed wire match. Related: John Cena Closes Rivalry With Randy Orton Thanks to Cheap Shot at 'Backlash'
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I'm gonna hang it up when Randy Orton hangs it up,' says Natalya on retirement rumors
Natalya has spent nearly two decades making history inside the WWE ring, but she's not ready to close the book on her career just yet. While questions about her retirement continue to come up, the Queen of Harts recently gave a strong and confident update on where she stands. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With fresh energy and a straightforward message, the veteran WWE star is now stepping into a new stage, one where experience meets hunger. Even with her long list of achievements, she is making it evident she is not slowing down and has more to prove, both inside and outside WWE. Natalya has no plans to retire anytime soon spoke about retirement during her appearance on The Nikki & Brie Show. She said people ask her all the time when she will stop wrestling. Her answer was simple and powerful. 'It's funny because people say to me, 'When are you gonna hang it up?' I'm gonna hang it up when Randy Orton hangs it up, when Rey Mysterio hangs it up.' She explained that both and have been wrestling for many years, and they are still doing great. So, she believes that age doesn't matter if you are still doing well in the ring. 'When I look at Randy, Randy Orton is in the best shape of his life, Rey Mysterio is in the best shape of his life. What I love right now in WWE is that we're not letting a number define what people can do, that's the great thing about this era.' Natalya also said that she feels better now than ever before. She takes care of herself and is happy with how she feels physically. 'I actually feel like I'm in better shape than I've ever been in my life. Knock on wood, I wake up every morning pain-free.' WrestleMania Weekend Part 3 with Nattie Working outside WWE and her view on Triple H In a past interview, Natalya spoke about how she wants to earn her place in WWE. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Even though she's been there a long time, she doesn't expect special treatment. She said that 'does not owe her anything,' and she explained that she would rather show WWE what she can do than just tell them. No Holds Barred: Nattie Neidhart talks Kenzie Paige, Seth Rollins and more Natalya has recently wrestled outside WWE for the first time since joining the company. At Bloodsport XIII, she fought under the name Nattie Neidhart and won her match against Miyu Yamashita. This happened during WrestleMania 41 weekend. She is also booked for another big match. On May 17, at the Crockett Cup 2025, Natalya will face Kenzie Paige for the NWA Women's World Championship. This proves that she is still taking on big challenges and wants to stay active in wrestling. Also Read : Natalya has no plans to retire anytime soon. She is strong, healthy, and still loves wrestling. She is showing everyone that age doesn't matter if you are still passionate and capable. Whether it's in WWE or outside, Natalya is proving she's still got a lot to give.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I have to start that process very soon': WWE star Naomi planning to step back from WWE
(Image Via WWE) WWE superstar Naomi, who has recently become an overnight sensation after turning heel on WWE by attacking Jade Cargill, is planning to step back from the company for a very special and personal reason. Naomi has expressed her decision to step back and take a lengthy wrestling break to look after her personal life. She has focused on her professional life all her life, but this time it seems she wants to give her full time to her family. The WWE star was last seen against Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 41. During the match, Naomi displayed a heel-like aggression, but Jade turned the tide with powerful moves. Despite Naomi's impressive moves, Jade Cargill secured the victory. Naomi decides to step back from WWE to focus on family planning WWE star Naomi has decided to step back from WWE. However, the WWE star has been getting a ton of praise for the new heel character that she debuted after being revealed as Jade Cargill's attacker. But Naomi has recently revealed that both she and her husband Jimmy Uso have been wanting to have children for a while, for which she will be going on a lengthy break from wrestling. Naomi opened up about her decision during an interview at The Nikki & Brie Show in a conversation with The Bellas during WrestleMania 41 weekend in Las Vegas. WrestleMania Weekend Part 2 with Naomi During the interview, Naomi said, 'I have to step away and, you know, take care of my health, take care of myself. And if we're going to have kids, I have to start that process very soon, so with that on my mind, too, and on my plate, I think that makes, you know, my time left here even more special and valuable to me and that's why I'm like, just so passionate about what I'm doing, because I really think this might be it.' She further added that Jimmy Uso and she are considering the decision because of her health issues. 'I'm definitely leaning towards it, but I've had health issues. I only have one ovary. Even if I wanted to continue wrestling longer, my biological clock, I can't. We got a lot to figure out. I have to step away. And take care of my health and myself. If we're going to have kids, I have to start that process very soon,' Naomi said. Also Read : 'This needs to consume your life to be great': John Cena opens up about his retirement from WWE in 2025 Though Naomi has not revealed when she will take a break from WWE, but her next match is already being set up by WWE. With the Backlash Premium Live Event fast approaching, Naomi could be next seen in a rematch with her arch rival Jade Cargill soon.
