ECW Legend Sabu Set for Return to Hammerstein Ballroom at The People vs. GCW

Sabu is heading back to the legendary Hammerstein Ballroom as part of The People vs. GCW on January 19. The iconic hardcore legend was announced for the event via GCW’s social media, sending fans into a frenzy over the return of the former ECW triple crown winner.

Known for his trailblazing career, Sabu held the ECW World Title, ECW Television Title, and ECW Tag Team Titles during his run in the promotion that defined hardcore wrestling. Hammerstein Ballroom holds a special place in his legacy, as he last wrestled there at ECW One Night Stand in 2006. Sabu also surprised fans at The Wrld on GCW in 2022, making his appearance at the Hammerstein even more meaningful for longtime fans.

The lineup for The People vs. GCW is stacked, with matches ranging from a steel cage clash between Richard Holliday and Charles Mason to a bloodsport brawl featuring Josh Barnett. The card also includes appearances from stars like PCO and matches for the GCW World Title and Ultraviolent Title. Sabu’s return adds a layer of nostalgia and excitement that fans won’t want to miss.

The People vs. GCW Card

• Griffin McCoy, Kerry Morton & Tony Deppen vs. ???, Grim Reefer & Homicide
• Steel Cage Match: Richard Holliday vs. Charles Mason
• Megan Bayne vs. Atticus Cogar
• Masato Tanaka vs. Joey Janela
• Little Guido, Super Crazy & Tajiri vs. Los Desperados (Arez, Gringo Loco & Jack Cartwheel)
• Bloodsport Match: Josh Barnett vs. ???
• GCW Ultraviolent Title DLC Match: Matthew Justice vs. John Wayne Murdoch vs. Matt Tremont vs. Brandon Kirk vs. Dr. Redacted vs. Drew Parker
• El Hijo del Vikingo vs. Sidney Akeem
• GCW Tag Team Title Match: Violence Is Forever (Dominic Garrini & Kevin Ku) (c) vs. Gahbage Daddies (Alec Price & Cole Radrick)
• GCW World Title #1 Contendership Match: Effy vs. Allie Katch
• GCW World Title Match: Mance Warner (c) vs. ???
• PCO to appear
• Sabu to appear

Sabu’s inclusion at The People vs. GCW is a testament to his enduring impact on the world of wrestling and the hardcore fanbase. Whether it’s a surprise moment or an unforgettable appearance, you can bet the legend will bring the chaos Hammerstein Ballroom is known for.