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The World's #1 Wrestling Magazine Since 1979 #TagTeam100 issue in stores now #PWIAwards issue available digitally and for print preorder
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Joined March 2012
#andNEW: Relive the highs and lows of 2024 in pro wrestling with our latest issue, featuring our reader-voted #PWIAwards, the year's top news stories and title changes, dozens of never-before-seen photos, and much more. Buy digital/preorder print:
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Since the cover is already making its way around online, no point in waiting any longer: Congratulations to @AEWrestling's @JonMoxley on being the #1 ranked wrestler in this year’s PWI 500! Preorder your print copy now at
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Congratulations to @itsBayleyWWE for ranking #1 in this year's PWI Women's 100! Preorder your print copy of this exciting issue at
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BREAKING: As revealed by PWI Contributing Writer @KristenAshly on the latest episode of @ReneePaquette's Oral Sessions, WWE superstar @BiancaBelairWWE is the #1 ranked wrestler in this year’s #Womens150. See the full top 5 here:
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#andNEW: Congratulations to @AEW star "Timeless" Toni Storm for taking the top spot in this year's PWI #Womens250 ranking! Find out who else ranked (and where) in our Holiday 2024 issue, also featuring your ballot for the 2024 #PWIAwards. Subscribers,
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Professional wrestling is alive and well in 2021.
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From tonight's Dynamite, @AEWrestling champ @JonMoxley is announced as the #1 wrestler in the #PWI500. And @IAmJericho has words for PWI Editor-in-Chief @wackelvaney!
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The Top 10 wrestlers in this year's PWI #Womens250:. 1. Toni Storm.2. @JordynneGrace .3. @RheaRipley_WWE .4. @_Maika0324 .5. @Steph_Vaquer .6. @Sareee_official .7. @itsBayleyWWE .8. @willowwrestles .9. @MariahMayx .10. @AthenaPalmer_FG . Full list:
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.@AEWrestling may just have the deepest, strongest tag team division we’ve seen in quite a while. Approaching ‘80s Tag Team Golden Age levels. .
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#andNEW: Congratulations to @WWE champion @CodyRhodes for ranking number one on this year's #PWI500! See who else made the list—and read Cody's thoughts on this milestone—in the latest issue of PWI. Buy print/digital:
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IT'S HERE! The latest issue of PWI features our annual Achievement Awards, as voted by YOU! Plus, the year in review with top news stories, title changes from around the globe, awesome photos, and more. PRINT (preorder): DIGITAL:
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Bianca Belair is great. That’s the tweet.
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No. 1 in the 29th annual @OfficialPWI #PWI500 is WWE Universal champ @WWERollins! Download the issue right now or pre-order the print edition at
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#ANDNEW! Our 2022 #PWIAwards issue is OUT NOW on the Pro Wrestling Illustrated app. Read all about YOUR fan-voted winners & runners-up, major title changes worldwide, enjoy EXCLUSIVE photos, and more. Print (preorder): Digital:
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For those who are wondering, PWI currently recognizes four championships as legitimate World titles:. WWE championship.WWE Universal championship.AEW World championship.IWGP heavyweight championship.
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Congratulations to @BeckyLynchWWE for being named No. 1 in the @OfficialPWI 2019 "Women's 100"! The issue is available for pre-order and digital download at
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Congratulations to @DaxFTR & @CashWheelerFTR for being ranked #1 in the inaugural PWI #TagTeam50!. Preorder your print copy of our Tag Team Special—featuring a Hotseat interview with FTR and MUCH MORE—at
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NEW ISSUE: The latest PWI features our 2022 #TagTeam100 ranking, topped by the trailblazing @WWEUsos! (📷: @kimberlasskick). PLUS: @ReyFenixMx interview, DRAGONGATE, deathmatch wrestling, and much more!. DIGITAL: PRINT (preorder):
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Which wrestler not under @AEWrestling contract would you most want to see challenge @CodyRhodes for his TNT championship?.
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Congratulations to Matt & Nick Jackson, The Young Bucks, for ranking #1 in the second annual PWI #TagTeam50! To see who else made the cut, grab the digital edition or preorder the print magazine from
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We just think he’s neat.
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Big news out of #WWEMSG house show: @AndradeCienWWE defeats @reymysterio to capture the US Title, as reported by @AlCastlePWI
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Brb booking a flight to Japan to apologize to Tetsuya Naito in person 😓.
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As revealed on @IMPACTWRESTLING's live AXS TV broadcast, the Knockouts take center stage in the latest PWI. Don't miss this issue, featuring an in-depth profile of the KOs with rare photos and words from some of the division's key figures. Preorder at
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BREAKING NEWS: @IMPACTWRESTLING Knockout Jordynne Grace has signed a new, multi-year contract with IMPACT. Learn more in this exclusive interview with Grace on The PWI Podcast:
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Here it is, the cover of our 2020 Achievement Awards issue, featuring your Most Popular Wrestler of the Year @orangecassidy!
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#andNEW: Congratulations to @RheaRipley_WWE for being ranked #1 in the 2023 PWI #Womens250! To see the full list and all the analysis that comes with, pick up your copy of the latest issue of Pro Wrestling Illustrated (digital edition or print preorder) at
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Wrestling Twitter is a little too quiet this morning. Let's change that by getting a little debate going! . Who was the better wrestler? RT for Shawn Michaels, Like for Bret Hart.
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As just announced on @BustedOpenRadio, Roman Reigns is again the #1 wrestler in the #PWI500. The 32nd annual "500" list is featured in our latest issue, available now for print preorder at The digital edition is available now at
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The @OfficialPWI 500 is ready for order right now in print & digital at Congratulations, Kazuchika Okada!
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From WWE: "Congratulations to AEW on a successful premiere. The real winners of last night's head-to-head telecasts of NXT on USA Network and AEW on TNT are the fans, who can expect Wednesday nights to be a competitive and wild ride as this is a marathon, not a one-night sprint.".
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NEW ISSUE: The June '22 edition of PWI features an in-depth convo with @BeckyLynchWWE. Plus, articles/interviews galore: @TheMattCardona, @starkmanjones, @WWENikkiASH, @swerveconfident, and @SpeedballBailey. (And much, much more!). Grab your copy here:
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As of last night, @KennyOmegamanX now simultaneously holds three championships recognized as legitimate world titles by Pro Wrestling Illustrated: the AEW World championship, Impact World championship, and AAA Mega championship.
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For no particular reason, here’s our spring 2022 “12 Questions” with @_theyaremax_, who has given star showings lately in promotions like IMPACT Wrestling, the NWA, and Tokyo Joshi Pro. They are most certainly one to watch.
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#FROMTHEVAULT: Sting enjoys the irreverent humor of Gary Larson by way of The Far Side Gallery 2. PHOTO BY BILL APTER
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Big news from @AEW regarding the late, great Owen Hart and the creation of a new tournament.
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As revealed on @BustedOpenRadio: @WWERollins tops the #PWI500 for a record-tying third time. He's followed by his Shield brothers @WWERomanReigns and @JonMoxley at #2 and #3, respectively. BUY DIGITAL EDITION: PREORDER PRINT:
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This world title win was a long time coming for Liv Morgan and her many ride-or-die fans. Now, for the first time, Morgan is the #1 wrestler on PWI's Weekly Top 10 Women's list. See our full updated Ratings page: PHOTO ©2022 WWE, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
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We're saddened to learn of the passing of Road Warrior Animal, a true legend of professional wrestling. Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to his loved ones at the time.
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A TALE OF TWO CHAMPS: Thunder Rosa has perhaps her greatest test yet at #ForbiddenDoor. But, in the latest PWI, she and Jade Cargill weigh in on their respective paths to AEW supremacy. Plus, an exclusive interview with Hiroshi Tanahashi!. Grab yours now:
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Absolutely beautiful tribute to Brodie Lee tonight from AEW. His memory lives on through the countless colleagues, fans, and loved ones whose lives he’s profoundly affected #AEWDynamite.
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The #TagTeam50 Top 5:. 1. FTR.2. Kenny Omega & Adam Page.3. Golden Role Models.4. The North.5. Street Profits.
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The champ! In stores now .
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The 2022 PWI #Womens150 is @we_are_stardom struck! This issue features an EXCLUSIVE interview (in English) with #1 ranked @syuri_wv3s, who is the first wrestler in a joshi promotion to top the list. BUY DIGITAL: PREORDER PRINT:
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It’s with a broad range of emotions that I announce I will be retiring and stepping down as editor and publisher of Pro Wrestling Illustrated on June 5. I’ve devoted two-thirds of my life to this magazine and its sister publications and, believe me, it’s not easy to walk away.
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#andNEW: In the latest PWI, @roxanne_wwe reflects on her journey to the top of the @WWENXT Women's division. Could the main roster be far off? Plus, feature stories on @toxic_thekla, @AJFrancis410, @TheOJMO & @amirawrestler, and much more. Print/digital:
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#FROMTHEVAULT: Sting and Muhammad Ali take in the action at World Championship Wrestling from their ringside seats. #ThankYouSting #PWI45
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Moxley wins a needlessly long, needlessly dangerous, and needlessly gross match. This was the worst of AEW. #ac.
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WRONG ANSWERS ONLY: Who will win tonight’s Royal Rumble matches?.
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IT'S HERE: The October 2020 issue of PWI is now available for print preorder or instant digital download. Featuring an Exclusive Hotseat Interview with @MsCharlotteWWE, our annual PWI Poll, and so much more. Order yours today:
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It’s a sad night for the wrestling community. Our collective hearts go out to Jay Briscoe’s loved ones and countless fans during this incredibly difficult time. Tell your family and friends you love them … and cherish your days together. -KM
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We at @OfficialPWI offer a heartfelt apology to @KairiSaneWWE, who was inadvertently left out of the Women's 100. She was slated to go in at No. 16. We're not sure how this happened, and we offer no excuses.--Stu Saks.
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Here are the 11 @OfficialPWI Achievement Award winners: Wrestler: @AdamColePro, Tag Team: Kyle O'Reilly @KORcombat & @theBobbyFish, Woman & Popular: @BeckyLynchWWE, Comeback & Inspirational: @WWERomanReigns, Hated: @BaronCorbinWWE, Improved: @MrGMSI_BCage . More . .
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The annual #PWI500 issue is now available in digital format ($3.99) or print pre-order ($4.49 + $2 shipping) at Congratulations, @KennyOmegamanX, on earning the top spot!.
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As just announced in our email newsletter, PWI will be releasing a special tag team-themed issue featuring the first-ever PWI Tag Team 50!. This competitive ranking will feature unique criteria and be entirely gender-inclusive. Read more here:
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Huge congratulations to our 2021 Rookie of the Year, @Jade_Cargill!.
Congratulations to @Jade_Cargill winning @OfficialPWI Rookie Sensation Award her first Magazine Cover 🔥🙏
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BREAKING: @RealPaigeWWE appears to have gotten legit hurt at a house show 6-woman match in Uniondale, NY. Match was called off and she received medical attention in the ring. She was able to walk out of the ring on her own. Photo taken by @AlCastlePWI
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Ehh . We heard you just guessed how the debate would end and had a 50-50 chance of being right 🤷.
Hey @OfficialPWI . We settled the @KennyOmegamanX vs @WWERomanReigns debate months ago and the fans agreed that Omega is nowhere near Reigns level. Just sayin’ 😏.
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Cody just might be the best babyface promo in the business. Anyone better? #AEW #AEWDynamite #TNTChampionship.
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Balor finally eliminated almost an hour after entering at 2. Crowd is mad, but that performance just put his career back on track. #RoyalRumble #AC.
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Congratulations to @RondaRousey, @OfficialPWI's selection for No. 1 in the "Women's 100"!.
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We're now taking preorders for our August 2021 Summer Special, which boasts articles/interviews with world champs Bobby Lashley and Kenny Omega. Plus: Lio Rush, Maki Itoh, A-Kid, RJ City, and a 12-month analysis of wrestling during the pandemic. PREORDER:
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Thank you @AEW for helping these old plaques find their forever homes.
#AEWexclusive - @Sting & @dustinrhodes recently received a Pro Wrestling Illustrated (@OfficialPWI) blast from the past, courtesy of @alexmarvez -
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The biggest jumper for the 2022 #Womens150 is @YaOnlyLivvOnce!. Liv jumped a whopping 120 spots from the 2021 ranking to her ranking this year. Congrats to Liv for an incredible 2022!. Be sure to pick up your digital copy/print preorder today ➡️
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#ANDNEW: The cover story in our latest issue looks at the return of Mercedes Mone (Sasha Banks) to pro wrestling in our extended coverage of @njpwglobal's Wrestle Kingdom event. READ NOW: PREORDER PRINT:
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Announcing our jam-packed WrESTleMania issue, featuring a Hotseat interview with the "EST" herself, @BiancaBelairWWE! Preorder your print copy now at
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As first reported on @BustedOpenRadio, "The Cleaner" @KennyOmegamanX is #1 in the 2021 #PWI500. Who else placed in the top 10? Read on .
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WWE Superstars: They’re careful to avoid chair shots to heads, but they have no qualms about murdering someone in a garbage truck. #WWETLC.
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Nevermind what we said earlier: This is actually how you qualify for the PWI 500.
I’ve prolly eaten 500 mozzarella sticks this year.
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2021 is going to be a wild year for professional wrestling, folks. Buckle the heck up!.
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🕵🏼♀️2022年度の『プロレスリング・イラストレーテッド』女子プロレスラー１５０人ランキング・スペシャルではスターダムが史上初の第一位となっていました‼️. その歴史的なNo.1選手は….🟥🗺ワールド・オブ・スターダム王者、朱里選手です！🇯🇵🇵🇭. 🎊朱里選手、おめでとうございます！🎉
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ON NEWSSTANDS TOMORROW: The October 2020 issue of PWI! It's got our annual PWI Poll, plus feature stories on @WWEAleister, @thunderrosa22, @Willie_Mack, @thekingnickgage, and more. Can't make it to the store? Order your copy directly from us at
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Let's try a variation on this: Which @AEWrestling competitor would you like to see challenge @CodyRhodes for his TNT championship?.
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#PWI45: The IWGP junior heavyweight championship belt makes a rare (at the time) appearance on U.S. soil, around the waist of @FinnBalor (then Prince Devitt). #WWERaw . PHOTO BY SCOTT FINKELSTEIN
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It wasn't easy getting @SashaBanksWWE and @MsCharlotteWWE to do this for us! They both got A+ Reports Grades from @OfficialPWI.
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Who was voted PWI's Wrestler of the Year? Tag Team? The Man *err* Woman of the Year? Listen to a discussion of all the awards on the @OfficialPWI Podcast and order the Year-End Awards issue at
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The evaluation period for this year's PWI 500 is July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020. The criteria for ranking are as follows:. Win-loss record.Technical ability.Influence on the sport.Success against the highest grade of competition.Success against the most diverse competition.Activity.
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This marks the third time The Young Bucks have been voted Tag Team of the Year by Pro Wrestling Illustrated readers. Only The Road Warriors have won more.
The @OfficialPWI 2021 fan voted Tag Team of the Year… by a landslide! Lol. Put it in the trophy room next to the others. 🤣💀
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Feud: @JohnnyGargano vs. @AdamColePro, Match: @CodyRhodes vs. @dustinrhodes, Rookie: @FlyinBrianJr. The @OfficialPWI staff is also proud to announce @steveaustinBSR as the Stanley Weston Award winner for lifetime achievement. Order now at
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We're saddened by the loss of "Hacksaw" Butch Reed, age 66. Reed was a former world tag team champion who left his mark in rings throughout the WWF, WCW, Mid-South Wrestling, and countless other places. PWI sends our collective condolences to Reed's many fans and loved ones.
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In acknowledgment of @WWERomanReigns' second time topping the #PWI500, we have created a variant, digital exclusive cover in the same format as our print magazine. DOWNLOAD IT FOR FREE:
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#andNEW: Our "2023 In Review" XL collectors' issue breaks down a wild year in pro wrestling. See all the winners and runners-up in the #PWIAwards (as voted by PWI readers), top 10 news stories, title changes, 🔥📷s, and much more. 📖 (digital + print) ➡️
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