In an electrifying showdown at the Death Before Dishonor pay-per-view, Mark Briscoe emerged victorious, retaining his ROH World Champion title after a grueling match against Roderick Strong. The battle was as fierce as a two-for-one sale at a fireworks stand, and Briscoe’s Froggy Bow finisher was the cherry on top, securing his win. This epic encounter has been showered with accolades, not just for the skillful choreography but also for Briscoe’s tenacity, especially since he was still licking his wounds from AEW’s annual Blood and Guts match just two days prior.
So, what fuels this unstoppable force of nature? It’s simple, folks—his family. Just when you thought this tale couldn’t get any more heartwarming, Briscoe delivered a post-match promo with an unexpected guest: his newborn son, Baby Jay Briscoe, perched on his lap like the latest accessory in the Briscoe family collection.
With the gleam of victory in his eye and the champion belt glistening brighter than a disco ball, Briscoe addressed his opponent with the humility of a well-seasoned gladiator. “As you can see, we emerged victorious,” he declared. “Roderick Strong, ain’t nothing changed… what they say? The more things change, the more they stay the same. Here we are 20 some odd years in and you’re just as tough as ever, you’re just as nice as ever boy, you can go, still can go. But all I’m saying is buddy, good fight but you’re looking at the champ.”
In a touching tribute, Briscoe gave shout-outs to his brothers and comrades, thanking them for their unwavering support. “Conglomeration, my brothers, Kyle O’Reilly, Big Time, appreciate you all for having my back. My main man with the game plan OC, we miss you dog. Either way, long story short, Ring of Honor World Champ baby.”
The heart of the promo, however, was Baby Jay—born Matthew Jamin Pugh in April 2024. This tiny dynamo, Briscoe’s fifth son and eighth child overall, is already making headlines. Named in honor of his late uncle Jay Briscoe, who tragically passed away in January 2023, Baby Jay carries the legacy forward as the first Briscoe born since his uncle’s passing.