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Section Intro • WILL OSPREAY is struck by the emotional weight of his victory at Wembley Stadium.

Media review • Documentary filmmaker (and ECWA owner) RYAN KAVANAGH examines the enduring influence of the influential Tri-State Wrestling Alliance.

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:

Ringside • One year ago, WILL OSPREAY underwent double-fusion neck surgery; two years ago, KENNY OMEGA fought life-threatening diverticulitis. In 2026, they had one of the greatest matches ever.

THE 36TH ANNUAL PWI 500 • RANKING THE BEST IN THE SPORT

PWI 500: A-Z INDEX

THE SCRUM • ZILLA FATU drops GRAYSON WALLER and CRUZ MONTANA (MIKE SANTANA) with a double shoulderblock during NXT’s Heatwave PLE. Recent efforts from WWE’s third brand are discussed in this section’s “TV Breakdown.”

TV Breakdown • Which was your viewing destination on August 30, when WWE scheduled AAA and NXT events against AEW’s All In? We examine the three-way from all angles.

Quick Count • A special edition of “Quick Count” offers our Senior Writer’s quick takes on this year’s “500” list.

The Lockup • The “Hounds Of Justice” are missing one hound … but is that for the best?

The W Column • With new opportunities emerging for women in wrestling, some competitors drop off the “500,” while others are considered in their place.

The Irish Whip • From his post as a member of our weekly, monthly, and annual Ratings committees, PWI’s JASON McVEIGH addresses some notable “500” exclusions.

THE FINISH • Challenger KANJI has her eye on ALEXXIS FALCON and the RevPro Women’s title belt before the bell rings at Wembley Arena. This major British event—and another from Pro Wrestling: EVE—are featured in this month’s “Indie Reports.”

Indie Reports

The Way It Was • Looking back, 40 years later, at WWE’s biggest house show of all-time.

Official Wrestling Ratings • The top singles wrestlers, tag teams, and more are ranked and dissected.

Drawing Blood