Pro Wrestling Illustrated

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BEFORE THE BELL • “HANGMAN” ADAM PAGE clobbers this month’s cover star, MJF, with a forearm wrapped in barbed wire. You’ll find analysis of this match and other newsworthy bouts in this month’s “Ringside” column.

Media Review • After many years of publishing “unreal” news about pro wrestling, COLIN HUNTER brings his satirical grappling stories to print for the first time.

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

One To Watch • In his latest series for PWI, artist MATT CHARLTON (SHINING WIZARD DESIGNS) profiles champion pro wrestlers from varied promotions around the globe.

A Bit Of Fun • After nearly a full century of exciting action, lucha libre remains a vibrant part of Mexican culture. But you needn’t be fluent in Spanish—or know the difference between a tope and a plancha—to find the words from the list below.

Ringside • After his grisly encounter with AEW champ MJF at Revolution, ADAM PAGE will no longer be a World title contender. The sensitive cowboy mulls over his future.

Quick Count • Whether he’s charting the inspirational path of MYLES BORNE or seeing ghosts of the GOBBLEDY GOOKER, PWI Senior Writer AL CASTLE doesn’t hold back.

The Lockup • You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Yet, a lackluster debut shouldn’t keep DANHAUSEN from reaching new heights in WWE.

Win, Lose, Or Draw • Some people quote scripture, while others quote Seinfeld or The Princess Bride. This columnist relies on quotes from wrestlers, some of which have been ringing in his ears for decades.

THE GENERATIONAL SCUMBAG (MJF)

WELL-EARNED EGO (Ethan Page) • Two decades into his career—and on the heels of a record reign as NXT North American champ—this supremely confident Ontarian is crafting a legacy

PATIENCE & RESILIENCE (Wrestling Moms) • As Mother’s Day approaches, we consider the remarkable efforts of those who return to the industry after pregnancy and childbirth

ANGLING FOR GREATNESS (Aaron Wolf) • WHY AARON WOLF IS WRESTLING’S NEXT SUPERSTAR ROOKIE

A REIGN IN BLOOD (Killer Kross & Scarlett Bordeaux) • IN WWE, KILLER KROSS AND SCARLETT BORDEAUX WERE ON THE CUSP OF SOMETHING SPECIAL. IN MAJOR LEAGUE WRESTLING, THEY’RE FULLY REALIZED: THE BLOOD KING AND QUEEN

THE SCRUM • TNA ring announcer McKENZIE MITCHELL brings together her love for pro wrestling and high fashion in a new book, Threads of Triumph, which she discussed in an interview for this month’s “About Face.”

TV Breakdown • Thwarting Netflix, Paramount Skydance countered with a hefty offer to become the likely owner of Warner Bros. Discovery. AEW could benefit … if it doesn’t become a cost-cutting casualty.

Mat, Stage, & Screen • The road to (and from) WrestleMania is paved with reinventions and fresh takes.

The W Column • The first full weekend in March saw women’s wrestling spotlighted in the U.S., Mexico, and the United Kingdom.

Phantastic Photo • “SPEEDBALL” MIKE BAILEY clasps the AEW trios title belt. Now a two-time champion in All Elite Wrestling, Bailey looks to add more gold to their haul in the months and years ahead.

About Face • It’s a match made in heaven as the worlds of pro wrestling and fashion collide.

On Heels • The NWA’s signature tag tourney returns; CLAUDIO...