Sting’s Son Makes New Japan Pro-Wrestling Debut
Steven Borden Jr. got his first taste of NJPW.
Last October, Steven Borden Jr., son of WWE Hall of Famer Sting, made his professional wrestling debut at the 52W Hardway show in New York City. Five months later, he’s now marked another significant debut, New Japan Pro-Wrestling.
As a part of NJPW Academy third anniversary showcase, Borden teamed with Allan Breeze to take on Vin Parker and Hitt. Borden picked up the win for his team after catching Parker off a springboard jump, then dropping him with a Full Nelson Slam. Parker recently appeared under the guise of mask on WWE Raw, where he was tossed into steel steps by “The Beast” Brock Lesnar.
The NJPW Academy third anniversary showcase emanated from the LA Dojo on Saturday, March 21. As of this writing, it is unclear if Borden will make future appearances under the NJPW banner, whether at the academy, NJPW STRONG brand, or the shows in Japan.
Elsewhere at the showcase (h/t SoCal Uncensored), West Coast Pro Women’s Champion Johnnie Robbie defeated PJ Laurier. Raymond Bright also emerged victorious over CJ Tino in a NJPW STRONG Survivor Match. Casey Ferreira beat Onyx Amagi via submission.
In recent months, Borden has competed in a series of dark matches for All Elite Wrestling. AEW CEO Tony Khan further described him as someone the company is developing for the future.
Outside of AEW, Borden also appeared at a pair of DEFY Wrestling shows, with Kiran Grey as his opponent on both occasions.
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