Hardcore wrestling legend Sabu passes away at 60 years old

Hardcore wrestling legend Sabu passes away

The wrestling world mourns the loss of Terry Brunk, better known as Sabu, at the age of 60. The news was confirmed on Sunday by AEW and WWE, leaving a void in the hearts of fans.

“From barbed wire battles to unforgettable high-risk moments, Sabu gave it his all to professional wrestling.”

AEW

The news comes just weeks after Sabu participated in a retirement match during WrestleMania weekend in Las Vegas, facing Joey Janela at the Joey Janela’s Spring Break 9 event.

“It was an honor and a pleasure to work with Sabu one last time and to be able to give him the farewell he deserved. His life and career deserve to be celebrated and it’s refreshing to know that his last match was 100 percent authentic Sabu. He is and was a legend, and his legacy will live on for generations”.

Brett Lauderdale, owner of GCW

Rest in peace, Sabu. A true innovator and legend of the squared circle. Your contributions to the world of professional wrestling will never be forgotten. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/Xv9xJmJ8Jt

— Wrestle Features (@WrestleFeatures) April 21, 2024

Sabu, known for his hardcore and risky fighting style, began his career under the tutelage of his uncle Ed “The Sheik” Farhat. He made a name for himself in ECW during the 1990s, combining aerial maneuvers with ultraviolent matches that included barbed wire, chairs, and tables.

• Two-time ECW Champion
• ECW Tag Team Champion
• ECW World Television Champion

Sabu starred in memorable rivalries with Rob Van Dam and Taz. The hardcore legend also competed in New Japan Pro Wrestling, WCW, and TNA before having a brief stint in WWE in the 2000s, after the company bought ECW. He participated in WrestleMania 23 in 2007, being part of the ECW Originals team that defeated The New Breed in a tag team match. He was released a month later. After touring the independent wrestling scene, Sabu made an appearance in AEW in 2023 as a special enforcer for a match between Chris Jericho and Adam Cole. The cause of Sabu’s death has not been revealed.