Various: Sabu “Doing Better” After Medical Emergency, ROH Supercard of Honor 2023 PPV Buys, Chris Sabin

Sabu “Doing Better” Following Serious Medical Emergency Incident

Former wrestler and ECW legend Sabu suffered a serious medical emergency incident at an autographs event for Squared Circle Expo on Saturday in Indianapolis, Indiana.

In an official statement, Square Circle Expo stated that Sabu was rushed to the hospital after suffering an unknown medical emergency during their event.

ATTN: Due to having a serious medical emergency while on the show floor, Sabu will not be appearing for the remainder of the Expo. He is currently in route to a local medical facility.

All pro photo op for the ECW pillars pro op and Sabu/RVD pro op will be refunded CASH IN HAND at the pro photo op at their scheduled times.

Our thoughts are with Sabu and all of his ECW colleagues at this time as we await for some hopefully positive news on his status.

Thank you for understanding.

Sabu recently provided an update on Twitter stating that he is currently feeling better after receiving medical treatment.

“Hello everyone I am doing better and thank you for your well wishes.”

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Early Estimates for ROH Supercard of Honor 2023 PPV Buys

Ring of Honor is currently estimated to have generated around 20,000 to 22,000 pay-per-view buys for their Supercard of Honor 2023 event on March 31st in Los Angeles, California, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter.

Dave Meltzer reported that based on the current numbers and early estimates, this year’s event is currently expected to be down by around 3,000 to 5,000 buys compared to last year’s event, which generated around 25,000 PPV buys.

Meltzer reported that the initial buys numbers from traditional cable PPV providers was around 3,300 but ROH officials currently expect that this number will end up being considerably higher due to an issue with one of the PPV reporting systems. Meltzer reported that when removing this issue, the buys for this year’s event is currently estimated to be around 5.2% lower than last year’s event.

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Chris Sabin Comments on 20 Year Anniversary with Impact Wrestling

Impact Wrestling recently issued an official statement celebrating today being the 20th Anniversary of Chris Sabin’s official debut in the company.

Official press release:

Chris Sabin Celebrates 20-Years in IMPACT Wrestling

Chris Sabin, one of the most decorated stars in IMPACT Wrestling history, celebrates the 20^th anniversary of his first-ever match in company history.

On April 9, 2003, Sabin teamed with Johnny Storm for a multi-team match – against Jerry Lynn and Amazing Red, Jason Cross and Shark Boy, and Triple X.

Sabin admits, decades later, that the match was “surreal,” and he was “nervous, yet excited.”

His team ultimately lost, but Sabin’s career in IMPACT Wrestling has been Hall of Fame worthy. Just consider:

Was the IMPACT World Champion in 2013.
Is a 3-time IMPACT World Tag Team Champion as half of the Motor City Machine Guns with Alex Shelley.
Is a record 8-time X-Division Champion, and his combined 432-days as X-Division Champion also is the most-ever.
Was the sixth TNA Triple Crown Champion.
Is a 5-time IMPACT Year-End Award-winner, including Match of the Year, Moment of the Year and Men’s Tag Team of the Year.

“When I reflect on starting with TNA/IMPACT 20 years ago, it brings gratitude,” Sabin said. “This company has allowed me to make a living pursuing my passion and for many years has given me a platform for self-expression. This company has believed in me enough to always want me around, and though there were a few years between 2014-2019 I explored pro wrestling (in) other places, I was able to return home and continue the journey.

“I’m very proud of my time with TNA/IMPACT, as it has given me an opportunity to inspire others. Hearing and seeing how I have influenced other wrestlers throughout the years I see as a gift.”

Sabin said his memories from year one include road-tripping from Detroit to Nashville with Scott D’Amore and Zach Gowen for his first match and, naturally, winning the X Division Championship for the first time – on May 14, 2003. “With it being my third match with TNA, I remember feeling pressure to step up and prove to the company that I was deserving of such an accomplishment,” he said.

At the time, Sabin also worked as a sandwich artist at a local Subway. He soon quit the popular restaurant chain to focus on wrestling.

Sabin also spotlighted early matches against Frankie Kazarian, winning the Super X Cup in 2003 and participating in his first-ever Ultimate X match on August 20, 2003.

“Winning the X Division Championship more times than anyone in history contributes to my unique legacy,” Sabin said. “There’s no doubt the X Division changed wrestling forever. To be remembered as one of the greatest champions is an honor.”

Sabin vacated the X Division Championship in 2013 for a TNA World Heavyweight Championship match – and, on July 18, 2013, he left the arena as the World Champion after defeating Bully Ray.

“The moment of the 1-2-3 and the sound of the crowd as I defeated Bully Ray for the World Championship is a cherished memory and something I will never forget. The reaction felt genuine,” Sabin said.

Sabin and Shelley formed the Motor City Machine Guns in 2006 while on tour for ZERO-1 MAX in Japan. They battled Ikudo Hidaka and Minoru Fujita.

“I think what makes the Motor City Machine Guns so successful is not only our shared passion for wrestling, but our ability to work as one. Our teamwork is unmatched,” Sabin said.

So, what’s next for the legendary Sabin?

“I just want to continue to create an unforgettable legacy for Chris Sabin and the Motor City Machine Guns, while at the same time giving back to the business that has given me so much,” he said.

“It would be impossible for me to pick one all-time favorite match throughout my time at IMPACT Wrestling. If I wanted to show someone who wasn’t a hardcore wrestling fan a series of matches that would be a good representation of my work in IMPACT, it would be the Motor City Machine Guns’ first tag title win along with the proceeding best-of-5 series against Beer Money.”

To Watch Chris Sabin In-Action:
https://impactwrestling.com/channel-category/best-of-chris-sabin/