Mark Briscoe, a former Ring of Honor world champion, has generally been a strong competitor in AEW, delivering impressive performances in both the ring and on the microphone, although he has frequently been on the losing end against AEW’s top stars. Recently, Briscoe’s fortunes have shifted, as he became deeply involved in a heated rivalry with AEW world title contender MJF and secured a major victory against Claudio Castagnoli in last week’s “AEW Dynamite” main event.
AEW CEO Tony Khan spoke with “Q101” about Briscoe’s rise on the card, expressing admiration for Briscoe as a solo competitor, a tag team wrestler, and as a person. Khan shared his pride in Briscoe’s ability to capitalize on new opportunities, noting that Briscoe has accumulated many significant wins and plays a prominent role in major AEW pay-per-view events.
“I’m really proud that Mark Brisco has become a big part of the show,” Khan said. “I enjoy working with him. All my experiences with him, whether in ROH or AEW, have been very positive. Mark Briscoe has achieved numerous victories and important wins. He holds a key spot, participates in major AEW PPVs, and is a fantastic star in both companies. He’s one of my favorite people to work with, show after show.”
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Fan Take: This development is a big deal for AEW fans because it highlights the rise of a seasoned yet underrated star, signaling fresh storyline possibilities and elevating the overall competitive environment. Mark Briscoe’s growing prominence could inspire deeper talent utilization and create new rivalries that enrich AEW’s wrestling scene.
