The Wrestling Rewind #196 🎙️: Remembering Sabu – ECW & TNA Golden Age Icon

In this special tribute episode, the team reflects on the life and career of Sabu following his recent passing. The discussion begins with the news itself and the wrestling world’s reaction, before moving into the controversy surrounding Joey Janela’s comments about allegedly giving Sabu drugs before his retirement match — a topic the hosts address with both sensitivity and honesty. The heart of the show is a nostalgic deep dive into a playlist of Sabu’s TNA matches from 2005–2007, which the hosts fondly call the “golden age of TNA.” They deliver a detailed breakdown of a standout ladder match between Sabu and Malice from the early TNA weekly pay-per-views, highlighting the brutality, athleticism, and chaos that defined his style. One host also shares a personal story of meeting Sabu in Cork, Ireland, recalling his humble, friendly nature and the positive experience of interacting with one of wrestling’s most unique performers. The episode closes with a discussion of how Sabu’s silhouette, ring gear, and signature hand gesture became truly iconic in wrestling history. 📅 Aired: August 20, 2025