ECW Hardcore TV: ECW Hardcore TV - 1998
ECW Hardcore TV serves as the flagship program for Extreme Championship Wrestling, a Philadelphia-based promotion that established itself as a gritty, rule-breaking alternative to mainstream sports-entertainment. Throughout its run, the series documented the evolution of the organization from its origins as Eastern Championship Wrestling into a revolutionary force in the professional wrestling industry. Season 6 cont
Season 6 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Extreme Championship Wrestling originated as a member of the National Wrestling Alliance known as Eastern Championship Wrestling.
- The program is defined by a lack of traditional rules and regulations, focusing on hardcore brawls and intense athlete promos.
- The series acts as the primary medium for the promotion to document its live shows and internal rivalries.
- Key figures associated with the promotion include Tommy Dreamer, Terry Funk, and The Sandman.
Season overview
ECW Hardcore TV serves as the flagship program for Extreme Championship Wrestling, a Philadelphia-based promotion that established itself as a gritty, rule-breaking alternative to mainstream sports-entertainment. Throughout its run, the series documented the evolution of the organization from its origins as Eastern Championship Wrestling into a revolutionary force in the professional wrestling industry. Season 6 continues this tradition by showcasing the promotion's signature style, which emphasizes wild, hardcore brawls and intense promotional segments. The narrative arc of this season is defined by high-stakes, extreme rivalries that characterize the ECW brand. Central to the action during this period is the volatile feud between The Dudley Boyz and the team of Rob Van Dam and Sabu. As a program composed of footage from live events and recorded interviews, the series provides a comprehensive look at the athletes who define the promotion's identity. By eschewing traditional regulations, the show maintains its commitment to the extreme, documenting the physical confrontations and personal conflicts that drive the promotion's ongoing revolution within the wrestling landscape.
Episode Guide
Season 6 Progress Shield
ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 03, 1998
Jan 3, 1998 · 45 min
The Sandman and Sabu take their storied rivalry to foreign ground as ECW returns to Japan on this exciting edition of Hardcore TV. Plus, highlights from ECW's tour of the land of t
ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 10, 1998
Jan 10, 1998 · 47 min
After challenging a recent arrival from WWE, ECW World Television Champion Taz teams with The Sandman, Tommy Dreamer, and Al Snow to take on Sabu, Rob Vam Dam, Doug Furnas, and Phi
ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 17, 1998
Jan 17, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness some unforgettable action from House Party '98 including Justin Credible going one-on-one in a rematch against The Great Sasuket. Plus, Al S
ECW Hardcore TV - Jan 24, 1998
Jan 24, 1998 · 43 min
2 Cold Scorpio vs. Taz for the ECW World Television Championship at House Party '98.
ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 31, 1998
Jan 31, 1998 · 45 min
While Bam Bam Bigelow searches for a partner to help him battle Triple Threat at Hostile City Showdown '98, ECW Champion Shane Douglas makes a huge announcement on the future of hi
ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 07, 1998
Feb 7, 1998 · 47 min
This edition of Hardcore TV kicks off from Hostile City Showdown '98 as Bam Bam Bigelow proves his loyalty when he and Taz battle Triple Threat in a 3-on2 Handicap match. Plus, Jus
ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 14, 1998
Feb 14, 1998 · 44 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, take a look at some more exciting action from Hostile City Showdown '98 including Rob Van Dam and Sabu taking on Axl Rotten and Balls Mahoney in tag
ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 21, 1998
Feb 21, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness the conclusion of The Sandman and Tommy Dreamer's tag team confrontation with The Dudleys from Hostile City Showdown '98. Plus, ECW Champion
ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 28, 1998
Feb 28, 1998 · 47 min
As this edition of Hardcore TV airs from Cyberslam '98, Tag Team Champions Chris Candido and Lance Storm faceoff against each other in an incredible contest. Plus, ECW Superstars p
ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 07, 1998
Mar 7, 1998 · 44 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, relive some of the action and excitement from Living Dangerously '98 including Sabu facing off with The Sandman in a Dueling Canes Match. Plus, take
ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 14, 1998
Mar 14, 1998 · 45 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Lance Storm and Chris Candido put aside their differences to defend their Tag Team Championships againgst the Full Blooded Italian's Little Guido an
ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 21, 1998
Mar 21, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Shane Douglas' Triple Threat takes on the team of Lance Storm, Chris Chetti, and Jerry Lynn in a Six-Man Tag Team match. Plus, Tommy Dreamer battles
ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 28, 1998
Mar 28, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness some exciting wrestling action including Bam Bam Bigelow defending his ECW World Television Championship against The Sandman. Plus, Al Snow
ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 04, 1998
Apr 4, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, take a trip to Dudleyville when Buh Buh Ray Dudley and his little brother, Spike, go one-on-one in a Dudleyville Street Fight. Plus, a look at the u
ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 11, 1998
Apr 11, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Rob Van Dam goes after championship gold as he challenges Bam Bam Bigelow for his ECW World Television Title. Plus, Mikey Whipwreck goes one-on-one
ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 18, 1998
Apr 18, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, things take a dangerous turn for The Sandman and Tommy Dreamer when Joel Gertner organizes an assault on the duo at the hands of The Dudley Boyz. Pl
ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 25, 1998
Apr 25, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness some action-packed matches including Al Snow going head-to-head against Sabu in an incredible confrontation. Plus, Axl Rotten battles Chris
ECW Hardcore TV - May. 02, 1998
May 2, 1998 · 45 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, relive all the unforgettable moments that pathed the way for the upcoming matches at Wrestlepalooza '98 including the unique relationship between Ro
ECW Hardcore TV - May. 09, 1998
May 9, 1998 · 45 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, take a look at some highlights of all the action from Wrestlepalooza '98 including Sabu and Rob Van Dam's battle for the World Television Title, Sha
ECW Hardcore TV - May. 16, 1998
May 16, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness Rob Van Dam defend his ECW World Television Championship against Doug Furnas in the main event. Plus, Bam Bam Bigelow battles Lance Storm, S
ECW Hardcore TV - May. 23, 1998
May 23, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Taz takes his rivalry with Shane Douglas to another level when he claims that he is ECW World Heavyweight Champion. Plus, Rob Van Dam battles Mikey
ECW Hardcore TV - May. 30, 1998
May 30, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Rob Van Dam teams with Lance Storm to take on Chris Candido and Sabu in an action-packed tag team confrontation. Plus, the rivalry between Taz and E
ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 06, 1998
Jun 6, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Beulah McGillicutty finds herself in a dangerous position when The Dudleys take on the team of The Sandman, Tommy Dreamer, and Spike Dudley. Plus, L
ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 13, 1998
Jun 13, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness World Television Champion Rob Van Dam team up with Sabu to take on ECW Champion Shane Douglas and Chris Candido in tag team action. Plus, Jo
ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 20, 1998
Jun 20, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Justin Credible faces off against Jerry Lynn in an 'I Quit' match in the main event. The Dudleys and Jack Victory team up to take on Tommy Dreamer,
ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 27, 1998
Jun 27, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, the rivalry between Tommy Dreamer and The Dudleys continues to escalate when Dreamer looks for a little payback on the clan from Dudleyville. Plus,
ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 04, 1998
Jul 4, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Chris Candido and Lance Storm defend their Tag Team Championships against Sabu and World Television Champion Rob Van Dam in an incredible match. Plu
ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 11, 1998
Jul 11, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Lance Storm's mouth earns him a one-on-one matchup against FTW Champion Taz. Plus, Mike Awesome takes on Masato Tanaka, things erupt when New Jack a
ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 18, 1998
Jul 18, 1998 · 43 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness Justin Credible and Jason faceoff against Jerry Lynn and the returning Pablo Marques in an Elimination Tag Team match. Plus, The Blue Meanie
ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 25, 1998
Jul 25, 1998 · 47 min
In a Best 2 out of 3 Series of Singles matchups, The Dudley Boyz faceoff against Tommy Dreamer, The Sandman, and Spike Dudley. Plus, Taz defends his FTW Championship against Bam Ba
ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 01, 1998
Aug 1, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Justin Credible and Mike Awesome take on Masato Tanaka and Jerry Lynn in tag team action. Plus, the Superstars of Extreme Championship Wrestling pre
ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 08, 1998
Aug 8, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, all of the action and excitement from Heat Wave '98 is recapped as ECW Superstars comment on the results of the event. Plus, revisit two infamous ma
ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 15, 1998
Aug 15, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Rob Van Dam defends his World Television Championship against Jerry Lynn in an incredible main event. Plus, Taz defends his FTW Championship against
ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 22, 1998
Aug 22, 1998 · 47 min
In the absence of Sabu, Rob Van Dam sets out to defend their ECW World Tag Team Championships against The Dudley Boyz in a Handicap Match. Plus, The Sandman goes one-on-one with Ju
ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 29, 1998
Aug 29, 1998 · 40 min
Witness a Three Way Dance Tag Team match for the ECW World Tag Team Championships as Rob Van Dam and Sabu defend their titles against The Dudley Boyz and the team of Chris Candido
ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 05, 1998
Sep 5, 1998 · 45 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, The Sandman and Justin Credible faceoff in a Singapore Cane match in the main event. Plus, Lance Storm introduces his newest valet before going one-
ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 12, 1998
Sep 12, 1998 · 46 min
While Bill Alfonso turns to Taz to help him create a new Triple Threat, Shane Douglas and his allies take exception. Plus, Jerry Lynn goes one-on-one with Mikey Whipwreck, Sabu and
ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 19, 1998
Sep 19, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, The Sandman faces off against Rod Price in singles action in the main event. Plus, Balls Mahoney takes on Masato Tanaka, Shane Douglas issues a chal
ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 26, 1998
Sep 26, 1998 · 46 min
As news of The Sandman's recent departure rocks the foundation of ECW, Tommy Dreamer prepares to give him a proper sendoff out of respect for the Hardcore Icon. However, Justin Cre
ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 03, 1998
Oct 3, 1998 · 45 min
With Taz turning down Sabu and Rob Van Dam's offer to form an alliance, the World Tag Team Champions turn to a mystery partner to take on Shane Douglas' Triple Threat in a Six-Man
ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 10, 1998
Oct 10, 1998 · 48 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Tommy Dreamer gets a little payback when Justin Credible looks to make a bloody example out of Balls Mahoney and Axl Rotten. Plus, Masato Tanaka bat
ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 17, 1998
Oct 17, 1998 · 46 min
On this action-packed edition of Hardcore TV, witness Justin Credible and Tommy Dreamer faceoff against each other in a Extreme Death Match main event. Plus, Rob Van Dam defends hi
ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 24, 1998
Oct 24, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness Triple Threat's Bam Bam Bigelow in action as he goes one-on-one with Sabu. After Balls Mahoney and Masato Tanaka faceoff against each other,
ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 31, 1998
Oct 31, 1998 · 43 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, ECW Champion Shane Douglas and his Triple Threat make their presence felt when Sabu and Rob Van Dam defend their ECW World Tag Team Championships ag
ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 07, 1998
Nov 7, 1998 · 44 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, the action and excitement from November to Remember '98 is highlighted including Tommy Dreamer teaming with Jake 'The Snake' Roberts to take on Just
ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 14, 1998
Nov 14, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, The Dudley Boyz look to become ECW World Tag Team Champions for a fifth time when they challenge Balls Mahoney and Masato Tanaka for the gold. Plus,
ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 21, 1998
Nov 21, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Shane Douglas defends his ECW World Heavyweight Championship against Spike Dudley in the main event. Plus, Mikey Whipwreck goes one-on-one with Lanc
ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 28, 1998
Nov 28, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness ECW Champion Shane Douglas team up with FTW Champion Taz to battle Sabu and Rob Van Dam in the main event. Also in action, Jerry Lynn, Mikey
ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 05, 1998
Dec 5, 1998 · 46 min
Despite being hospitalized by Taz, Sabu returns to action when he goes one-on-one with Roadkill in the main event. Plus, Rob Van Dam defends his World Television Championship again
ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 12, 1998
Dec 12, 1998 · 47 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, Masato Tanaka and Justin Credible faceoff for the first time in match to determine the number one contender for Rob Van Dam's World Television Champ
ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 19, 1998
Dec 19, 1998 · 46 min
On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness ECW's return to Japan as Rob Van Dam and Sabu look to reclaim the Tag Team Titles from The Dudley Boyz in the main event. Plus, Shane Dougla
ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 26, 1998
Dec 26, 1998 · 46 min
On a holiday edition of Hardcore TV, Taz promises to take out Sabu for a third time when they faceoff for the FTW Championship in the main event. Plus, Rob Van Dam defends his Worl