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BEFORE THE BELL • NICK WAYNE shoves AR FOX during a recent defense of the ROH TV title on AEW Collision. Dive into “The Prodigy’s” recent accomplishments in this month’s “Ringside” column.

Media Review • A new documentary shows the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of one of professional wrestling’s most misunderstood heroes: the humble referee.

Names Makin' News • Here’s a list of the TOP 10 WRESTLING-RELATED ITEMS you’ve been talking about lately and our tongue-in-cheek reactions to each:

One To Watch • The youngest-ever ACTION Wrestling champion has a bright future (and the right attitude).

A Bit Of Fun • Find the famous wrestling last names from the list below.

Ringside • Everyone knew NICK WAYNE was a rising star, but, after his recent ROH TV title win and his performance at Best of the Super Junior 32, it’s apparent the wrestling world is his for the taking.

Quick Count • New champions are crowned; popular stars are shown the door, and an intimidating new alliance is formed.

The Lockup • What becomes of the fallen hero—namely, one CODY RHODES—who has already achieved his greatest goal?

Win, Lose, Or Draw • If it seems like a performance, maybe something’s wrong. More realistic storylines and a little less acting would make wrestling more believable. The CM PUNK Method shows the way.

CHELSEA GREEN TELLS ALL • FOR THE WOMEN, FOR THE FANS, FOR THE INDUSTRY …

FOR THE LOVE OF WRESTLING • ROH & ACTION WRESTLING PAY TRIBUTE TO OUR ESTEEMED SPORT

THE YOUNG PUNK • Kosei Fujita Makes New Japan History!

WHAT’S NEXT FOR KENZIE PAIGE? • Now That She Has Vanquished Natalya …

WORLDS COLLIDE 2025 • THE REAL WINNERS & LOSERS

THE SCRUM • RED VELVET and LAYNIE LUCK adhere to the Code of Honor before their recent Proving Ground match. This month’s “W Column” explores how the independent circuit might keep ROH titleholders, like Women’s TV champ Velvet, flush with challengers.

TV Breakdown • It was sometimes hard to find AEW on TV as Collision was forced to switch nights—and impossible to find WWE among the primetime top 10. Smackdown deserves a nod, however.

Mat, Stage, & Screen • DWAYNE “THE ROCK” JOHNSON, DAVE BAUTISTA, and JOHN CENA are gracing us with with acting projects aplenty.

The W Column • Who will step up to challenge for Ring of Honor’s three women’s titles?

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About Face • PWI’s prolific interviewer and YouTube host shares insights from the NWA’s recent Crockett Cup tapings in Philadelphia.

On Heels • “The Manager Of Champions” weighs in on this year’s Crockett Cup tapings and gets candid about the TNA World title scene.

Brainbusters • Can you spot the six differences between these two photos of JODY THREAT attacking AIRICA DEMIA? (ORIGINAL PHOTO BY KEVIN McELVANEY)

El Tirabuzon • Battle lines have been drawn between WWE and AEW, with each claiming powerful allies—Lucha Libre AAA and CMLL, respectively—in a fight for the coveted Mexican wrestling market.

The Irish Whip • Across two days in May, MAN LIKE DeREISS placed himself firmly in the conversation about who is the best wrestler in Britain.

Coast To Coast • Canadian pro wrestling enters some familiar locales and reintroduces some familiar faces.

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