Steven Borden Jr., son of wrestling icon Sting, has made his in-ring debut in a Tony Khan wrestling promotion outside of All Elite Wrestling. Competing at recent Ring of Honor tapings, Borden Jr.’s appearance highlights the growing influence of second-generation stars in Tony Khan’s various wrestling ventures.
Steven Borden Jr. Steps Into the Ring at Ring of Honor
Fans spotted Steven Borden Jr. at the latest Ring of Honor event, marking his involvement with another Tony Khan-owned wrestling company. This follows his recent public appearances, including a memorable role at Revolution 2024, where he and his brother Garrett supported their father, Sting, during his highly-publicized retirement match against The Young Bucks. On that occasion, Steven wore Sting’s iconic Wolfpac face paint, while his brother adopted the Surfer Sting persona. Both brothers became physically involved in the storyline during the pay-per-view, confronting Matthew and Nicholas Jackson in a dramatic moment that caught the attention of wrestling fans worldwide.
Soon after, Steven Borden Jr. was reported to have begun training under the guidance of Darby Allin, another major AEW figure. His wrestling journey has progressed quickly since then. In October of the last year, Borden Jr. wrestled his first official match, teaming with JD Drake of The WorkHorsemen at the 52Walker art gallery in New York. This tag team match saw them go up against Darby Allin and Killer Kross, giving Steven an early taste of in-ring competition. By the following month, Borden Jr. had made his independent circuit debut at DEFY Aeon, facing competitor Kiran Grey, and they later competed in a dark match prior to an AEW Dynamite: Winter is Coming broadcast. His latest bout, reportedly a singles contest against Jon Cruz during an ROH taping ahead of AEW Collision, reflects his growing experience and burgeoning profile in professional wrestling.
Recent ROH Appearance Sparks Speculation
The wrestling community is abuzz on social media with talk about Steven Borden Jr.’s Ring of Honor debut. His match against Jon Cruz at the recent ROH tapings has fueled speculation about whether he may officially sign with AEW in the coming months. As interest in second-generation wrestling talent grows, Borden Jr.’s progress closely mirrors the paths of others who have capitalized on family legacies while forging their own unique careers.
Although no formal AEW contract offer has been made yet, insiders and fans alike are watchful of Borden Jr.’s ongoing development and Tony Khan’s next move regarding young, promising talent. With significant performances in multiple Tony Khan-led promotions and connections to wrestlers like Darby Allin, his presence is difficult to ignore.
New Signings Make Their Impact on AEW Collision
While attention focused on Steven Borden Jr., Tony Khan’s wrestling scene also featured fresh talent making waves. The January 3 edition of Saturday Night Collision showcased several high-impact matches, including both singles and tag team battles. Among the rising stars were The Timeless Love Bombs, who faced off against Hyan and Maya World—newcomers steadily building their reputation in the Tony Khan wrestling promotion since late last year.
During the latest Collision card, “That Girl” and “The Renaissance Woman” competed fiercely against veterans Toni Storm and Mina Shirakawa. Despite their determined efforts, victory went to Storm and Shirakawa, known as The Timeless One and The Venus, respectively. The signings of Hyan and Maya World were officially confirmed by Tony Khan following their previous match against The Sisters of Sin during the Worlds End Zero Hour event.
The Road Ahead for Steven Borden Jr.
Steven Borden Jr.’s journey through Ring of Honor, All Elite Wrestling appearances, and independent matches points to a promising future within Tony Khan’s circle of promotions. As his skills sharpen and his experience grows, observers and fans await news on whether he will earn a full-time AEW contract. His unique blend of heritage and developing talent ensures that his progress will remain a hot topic in wrestling circles, and his debut in a Tony Khan wrestling promotion marks just the beginning of what could be a remarkable career legacy.
🚨 Steven Borden (Sting's son) worked the ROH taping prior to #AEWCollision against Jon Cruz. pic.twitter.com/4WNqVkieII
— 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐕𝐞𝐧 (@WrestlingCovers) January 4, 2026
