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Sting

Sting is the ring name of Steve Borden, an American professional wrestler best known for his long career in World Championship Wrestling, Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, WWE, and All Elite Wrestling.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sting is the ring name of Steve Borden, an American professional wrestler best known for his long career in World Championship Wrestling, Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, WWE, and All Elite Wrestling. In WWE, he debuted in 2014, wrestled two televised matches in 2015, and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2016.

Background

Sting, born Steve Borden, began his wrestling career in 1985. He became one of the most recognisable figures in professional wrestling, particularly as a major star in WCW before later appearing in WWE and AEW.

WWE run

Sting made his first WWE appearance at Survivor Series in November 2014. He wrestled two televised matches: against Triple H at WrestleMania 31 and against Seth Rollins at Night of Champions 2015.

WWE Hall of Fame

WWE inducted Sting into the Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2016, recognizing his career and legacy in wrestling.

Later career

After his WWE run, Sting continued wrestling in other promotions, including All Elite Wrestling (AEW), where he remained active into the 2020s.

Key facts

  • Sting was a major star in WCW before later appearing in WWE and AEW.
  • WWE recognizes Sting as a former WCW World Champion, United States Champion, Tag Team Champion, and Television Champion.
  • He debuted in WWE at Survivor Series in November 2014.
  • He wrestled Triple H at WrestleMania 31 and Seth Rollins at Night of Champions 2015.
  • Sting was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2016.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sting in WWE?
Sting is the ring name of Steve Borden, a veteran American professional wrestler who appeared in WWE in 2014–2015 and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2016.
When did Sting debut in WWE?
He made his WWE debut at Survivor Series in November 2014.
What matches did Sting wrestle in WWE?
His televised WWE matches were against Triple H at WrestleMania 31 and Seth Rollins at Night of Champions 2015.
Was Sting in the WWE Hall of Fame?
Yes. WWE inducted Sting into the Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2016.
What was Sting known for before WWE?
He was best known as a top star in WCW, where he won multiple championships and became one of the promotion’s signature performers.

References

  1. WWE — https://www.wwe.com/superstars/sting
    Supports: WWE-recognized championships and Hall of Fame induction
  2. Sports Illustrated — https://www.si.com/wrestling/2020/12/08/aew-dynamite-sting-debut-behind-the-scenes
    Supports: Sting's WWE debut context and the brief nature of his WWE run
  3. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sting_(wrestler)
    Supports: Steve Borden's birth name, birth date, and broad career overview
  4. Pro Wrestling Stories — https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/sting-in-wwe/
    Supports: WCW status and overview of Sting's WWE journey
  5. The Sportster — https://www.thesportster.com/wrestling/sting-wwe-run-trivia-facts-wrestler/
    Supports: Survivor Series debut, WrestleMania 31, Night of Champions 2015, and Hall of Fame context
  6. WWE — https://www.wwe.com/superstars/sting/sting-important-career-moments
    Supports: Career start in 1985