As we previously reported here on eWn, ECW legend Sabu no-showed his induction into the Indie Wrestling Hall of Fame, claiming that he “changed his mind.”
The issue was that Sabu had already been paid for his appearance, but it seems the matter has been resolved.
In a post on Twitter, GCW promoter Brett Lauderdale revealed that Sabu returned the deposit of $300. The sum will be donated to the William Way LGBT Community Center.
Lauderdale wrote, “Tonight, Sabu reached out to GCW & returned the deposit ($300) he received for the Indie Hall of Fame. I appreciate the gesture & want to thank/reiterate my respect for Sabu. I’ve decided to redirect the money in the form of a donation to The William Way LGBT Community Center.”
Tonight, Sabu reached out to GCW & returned the deposit ($300) he received for the Indie Hall of Fame. I appreciate the gesture & want to thank/reiterate my respect for Sabu.
I’ve decided to redirect the money in the form of a donation to The William Way LGBT Community Center. pic.twitter.com/n1xdad7kVz
— brett lauderdale (@Lauderdale11) April 12, 2024
TNA Rebellion 2024 takes place on April 21 at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, NV.
You can check out the updated lineup for the event below:
TNA World Championship Match:
Moose vs. Nic Nemeth
TNA Knockouts Championship Match:
Jordynne Grace vs. Steph De Lander
TNA World Tag Team Championship Match:
The System vs. Speedball Mountain
TNA X-Division Championship Match:
Mustafa Ali vs. Jake Something
Full Metal Mayhem Match:
Eric Young vs. Frankie Kazarian
Last Man Standing Match:
Josh Alexander vs. Alex Hammerstone
Joe Hendry vs. Rich Swann
TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship Match:
Spitfire vs. DECAY (Pre-show match)
ABC & Leon Slater vs. The Rascalz & Myron Reed (Pre-show match)
ECW legend Sabu recently made headlines when he no-showed his induction into the Indie Wrestling Hall of Fame. However, it seems that the issue has been resolved, as Sabu returned the deposit he received for the event and the money will now be donated to The William Way LGBT Community Center.
The controversy began when Sabu decided not to attend his induction, stating that he had “changed his mind.” This left organizers and fans disappointed, especially since Sabu had already been paid for his appearance. However, GCW promoter Brett Lauderdale took to Twitter to announce that Sabu had returned the $300 deposit he received.
In a tweet, Lauderdale expressed his appreciation for Sabu’s gesture and reiterated his respect for the ECW legend. He also revealed that he had decided to redirect the money in the form of a donation to The William Way LGBT Community Center. This move highlights the importance of supporting organizations that promote inclusivity and provide resources for the LGBTQ+ community.
The William Way LGBT Community Center is a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It offers a wide range of services and programs to support LGBTQ+ individuals, including counseling, support groups, educational workshops, and social events. By donating the deposit to this center, Lauderdale is not only making a positive impact but also raising awareness about the importance of supporting LGBTQ+ communities.
In other wrestling news, TNA Rebellion 2024 is set to take place on April 21 at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, NV. The event will feature several exciting matches, including championship bouts and intense showdowns between top wrestlers.
The lineup for TNA Rebellion 2024 includes a TNA World Championship match between Moose and Nic Nemeth. Additionally, there will be a TNA Knockouts Championship match between Jordynne Grace and Steph De Lander, a TNA World Tag Team Championship match between The System and Speedball Mountain, and a TNA X-Division Championship match between Mustafa Ali and Jake Something.
Fans can also look forward to a Full Metal Mayhem match between Eric Young and Frankie Kazarian, a Last Man Standing match between Josh Alexander and Alex Hammerstone, and a match between Joe Hendry and Rich Swann. The pre-show matches will feature a TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship match between Spitfire and DECAY, as well as a tag team match between ABC & Leon Slater and The Rascalz & Myron Reed.
TNA Rebellion 2024 promises to be an action-packed event that will showcase the talent and athleticism of some of the best wrestlers in the industry. Wrestling fans can mark their calendars and get ready for an unforgettable night of entertainment.
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding Sabu’s no-show at the Indie Wrestling Hall of Fame has been resolved with his return of the deposit he received. The money will now be donated to The William Way LGBT Community Center, highlighting the importance of supporting LGBTQ+ organizations. Additionally, TNA Rebellion 2024 is set to take place soon, featuring a lineup of exciting matches that will surely thrill wrestling fans.