Unlike many of his peers who continue to wrestle on the independent circuit for years, ECW legend Spike Dudley has remained fully retired from in-ring competition for nearly 15 years. He explained the exact moments that led to his decision to walk away from the business.

Spike was a beloved figure in ECW, TNA, and WWE, known for his fearlessness and his ability to take incredible punishment. His career was built on putting his body on the line, but with a family on the way, he realized he could no longer continue down that dangerous path.

A Wake-Up Call from Sabu

Speaking on the Insight with Chris Van Vliet podcast, Spike pinpointed the exact match that served as his wake-up call. It was a hardcore match on an independent show in 2010 against his friend and fellow ECW original, the late

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