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BEFORE THE BELL • AJ STYLES has DOMINIK MYSTERIO on the ropes during their I-C title match at last year’s SummerSlam. Have we truly seen the last of Styles as an in-ring competitor? Check out this month’s “Ringside” column.

Media Review • A new book by ALISON LYN MILLER tells the story of a multi-generational pro wrestling family.

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 pro wrestling champions across various regions.

A Bit Of Fun • Whatever you may think of him as a performer or a person, there’s no denying CM PUNK has etched his name into wrestling history as a deeply transformative figure. From the list below, find the words related to the life and career of this month’s PWI cover star.

Ringside • Though AJ STYLES lost to GUNTHER at the Royal Rumble, there was no shame in delivering a four-star performance in what could be his final bout. But have we seen the last of P1?

Quick Count • In this column’s annual homage to the Academy Awards, AL CASTLE sounds off on the return of WWE Unreal, the absence of JESSE VENTURA, and the ideal number of matches on PPVs/PLEs.

The Lockup • From his performances in NXT and TNA to the “big time” of WWE’s main roster, there’s no denying that the 31-year-old has something special.

Win, Lose, Or Draw • Who else has wrestled TONY FALK and NICK BOCKWINKEL, as well as BRYAN DANIELSON, “HANGMAN” ADAM PAGE, and CLAUDIO CASTAGNOLI? From Memphis to AEW, JEFF JARRETT has done it all.

SHAPE OF FIGHTS TO COME (CM Punk) • NEARLY 30 YEARS AFTER HIS DEBUT, PUNK HAS PACKED COUNTLESS VENUES WITH FANS, OPENED THE DOOR FOR UNCONVENTIONAL WRESTLING STARS, AND GENERALLY LEFT THE BUSINESS BETTER THAN HE FOUND IT. WHICH BEGS THE QUESTION: WHY DOES HE STILL HAVE SO MANY ENEMIES?

SPOTLIGHT ON JAPAN

IMPOSSIBLE'S WORST ENEMY (Saya Kamitani) • Stardom’s premier antagonist has delighted in proving her opponents inferior and doubters wrong … all while expanding what it means to be successful as a woman in wrestling

FALL OF THE HOUSE OF TORTURE • CAN NEW JAPAN’S HATED CLAN LIVE WITHOUT EVIL?

SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT (Chris Brookes) • From his celebrated work in DDT Pro-Wrestling to his wild “BAKA GAIJIN + FRIENDS” shows, the British grappler is boldly finding success on his terms

DRAGONGATE'S FINAL BOSS? (BIG BOSS Shimizu) • After more than a year away from wrestling, BIG BOSS Shimizu is back in the only promotion he’s ever called home. But make no mistake: He is not the same man opponents thought they knew

THE SCRUM • ALEXXIS FALCON claimed her first singles title for PROGRESS Wrestling—the coveted Women’s championship—at London’s Electric Ballroom on January 25. For more about what’s been happening on the BritWres scene, check out “The Irish Whip.”

TV Breakdown • When Nielsen implemented its data-collection overhaul last autumn, it was assumed wrestling ratings would increase … but they went down instead. Fortunately, Nielsen is tweaking its methods.

Mat, Stage, & Screen • The monstrous MAX THE IMPALER grants an exceptionally rare interview to discuss their role in Dolly, a terrifying new slasher film from IFC and Shudder.

The W Column • She may...