Wrestling Interviews
Is tonight’s SmackDown in Toronto the right place and time for DIY?
Johnny Gargano & Tommaso Ciampa have been working hard to achieve the same connection to fans on the main roster that they had in NXT. That hard work could be leading to a big moment on the eve of Money in the Bank.
MGP: Darby Allin embodied anarchy at AEW Double or Nothing
This week from the Monday Gorilla Position, we look back on a conversation we had last week with Allin in the light of his latest daredevil performance in the Anarchy in the Arena match against The Elite.
MGP: Nick Wayne may have found his great rival in Swerve Strickland
We got a chance to talk to the 18-year-old, third generation wrestler know as ‘The Prodigy’ about his approach to the business, getting to learn from Christian Cage, and once again crossing paths with the reigning AEW World champ on the road to Double or Nothing.
And New? Swerve & Thunder Rosa talk battling for top prizes at AEW Dynasty
We got a chance to touch base with the #1 contenders for the company’s two biggest titles ahead of their big opportunities at this Sunday’s PPV.
WrestleMania XL is the perfect finale for the original Damage CTRL
And ahead of what should be an eventful weekend for the group in Philadelphia, we got a chance to chat about why with two of its remaining members — WWE Women’s champion IYO SKY and Dakota Kai.
Montez Ford eyes revenge as The Pride get their WrestleMania Match
This week from the Gorilla Position, we chat with Montez Ford and take a final look at the WrestleMania XL line-up that he just joined.
Ronda Rousey on her lifelong history with concussions & where WWE run went wrong [Exclusive]
An interview with the UFC Hall of Famer and three-time WWE Women’s champion about her new memoir ‘Our Fight’ and some of the excerpts from it that are making headlines ahead of its release.
MGP: Roddy Strong on Sting’s AEW impact & Kevin Patrick on his WWE run
This week from the Monday Gorilla Position, we’re checking in with a wrestler about The Icon leaving AEW and an announcer about having left WWE.
Ken Patera’s epic 24-hour odyssey from car wreck to riot
The World’s Strongest Man proved his grit with an unbelievable show-must-go-on moment.
MGP: Bayley & Cody Rhodes begin the next chapters of their WWE careers
From this Monday’s Gorilla Position, we’re wrapping up an eventful Royal Rumble weekend and looking to WrestleMania 40 and beyond — for WWE’s fictional world and its real one.
Inclusive honors: PWI’s commitment to recognizing female performers
PWI’s Editor-in-Chief, Kevin McElvaney, talks about the history, difficulties, and positive reader reaction to the ‘Woman of the Year’ award at Pro Wrestling Illustrated, along with the decision to include women in all award categories.
Getting smashed: How Barry Darsow joined Demolition
In a conversation with James Romero, Barry Darsow reveals what led to him becoming Smash of Demolition.
Bayley primed for career milestone where her WWE journey began [Exclusive]
Got a chance to talk with the Damage CTRL star, who wouldn’t confirm re-signing with WWE but did discuss a long list of goals she hopes to accomplish with the company — both for herself (like winning her first Royal Rumble) and the women’s division overall.
Wheeler Yuta: Appreciating greatness as he carves his own path [Exclusive]
We got a chance to sit down with the ROH Pure champion a head of his FTW title match with HOOK tonight at Worlds End, and talked about that, Blackpool Combat Club, the Continental Classic, his rivalry with Katsuyori Shibata, and more!
Ax of Demolition talks about his luscious hair at the Survivor Series
The three-time former WWE Tag Champ also talks about the end of Demolition in WWE.
Shayna Baszler again out to prove she’s the baddest at Crown Jewel [Exclusive]
We were fortunate enough to once again get a chance to chat with Baszler before a big PLE match, and talked the reaction to her MMA Rule match with Ronda Rousey at SummerSlam, the 5way ahead of her this weekend in Saudi Arabia, and more! Check it out!
EC3 on reinventing the territories with Billy Corgan, his NWA Samhain title match & more!
Our exclusive interview with the man who try to ‘kill’ Thom Latimer on PPV this Saturday night.
Our Q&A with Ilja Dragunov: Carmelo Hayes has a certain aura about him
Before their rematch on Saturday night at WWE NXT No Mercy, we had a chance to chat with the Unbesiegbar One about HIM. We also talked his epic rivalry with GUNTHER, the legacy of NXT UK, and much more. Check it out!
Chelsea Green: ‘They would’ve had to drag the belt away from me’ [Exclusive]
WWE’s resident ‘Karen’ talked to us about her journey to winning the The WWE Women’s Tag titles, and what she’s done to ensure her reign continues despite it featuring the latest examples the championship is cursed.
Jon Moxley: Bryan Danielson is the best pure pro wrestler who’s ever lived
Jon Moxley doesn’t care much for the ‘Greatest of All Time’ debates. But that said, in our interview with Mox he gave us three wrestlers he puts on a pedestal — two of whom currently work with him at AEW.
Renee Paquette: ‘I will crap my pants’ if Edge comes to AEW
The multi-talented AEW star is no different than any other wrestling fan when it comes to Edge. Adam Copeland leaving WWE would be shocking, but she’d welcome her fellow Canadian with open arms. That, All In talk, and more from my conversation with the one and only Renee Paquette.
Chad Gable’s ready for GUNTHER & our exclusive Q&A with Maxxine Dupri!
On the eve of the Alpha Academy headmaster’s well-deserved and long-overdue title shot on the Aug. 21 Raw, we’re reflecting on his journey with added insight from Master Gable. Plus, a longer chat with his newest trainee about her rapid rise in WWE!
Zoey Stark: Becky Lynch & Trish Stratus well worth the wait [Exclusive]
Zoey Stark does not believe Becky Lynch and Trish Stratus being left off the SummerSlam card was a slight against anyone and is predicting tonight’s marquee match-up on Raw is going to be well worth the wait.
Baszler explains why SummerSlam feud allowed her & Rousey to shine [Exclusive]
We had a chance to talk to Shayna in Detroit ahead of her MMA Rules fight with Ronda, and covered how an MMA-style build brought out the best in both of them, if their WWE Women’s Tag title run was a success, and much more. Check it out!
Cody Rhodes reflects on 10 year absence from WWE SummerSlam [Exclusive]
It’s been eight years since Cody Runnels performed at the Biggest Party of the Summer, but it’s been a decade since he was able to walk out onto one of WWE’s biggest stages as Cody Rhodes. We asked him to reflect on his triumphant return during a media scrum Friday night in Detroit.
Roxanne Perez ready to unleash a different side at GAB [Exclusive Interview]
We got a chance to talk to WWE NXT’s Prodigy about her ‘sweet & innocent’ image, her Weapons Wild match with Blair Davenport this weekend, what main roster star she’d like to challenge, and more!
Samoa Joe: Doling out punishment for your enjoyment [Exclusive]
We got a chance to talk to the ROH World Television Champion about his rivalry and recent match with the ‘very choppable’ CM Punk, how much he has left in the tank, what keeps him performing at this stage in his career, and more!
Our chat with the Heels cast about season 2 & why it’s a must-watch for wrestling fans
We loved season one of Starz’s Stephen Amell-led pro wrestling drama, and have been anticipating returning to the DWL since it ended. Our talks with Amell, Alexander Ludwig, Mary McCormack & others only have us more excited for the July 28 premiere.
Jimmy Yang’s ready for one last run, and his daughter’s following in his footsteps
The WCW & WWE veteran talked to us about his upcoming match for Pro Wrestling NOAH in Tokyo — on a card that will also feature his 20 year old daughter Jazzy!
Tougher Wheeler Yuta ready for Kenny Omega; Blood & Guts [Exclusive]
We got a chance to talk to the BCC’s youngest member about facing Omega after his Forbidden Door classic, Bryan Danielson’s greatness & the best piece of advice he’s gotten from the American Dragon, returning to Blood and Guts, and more!
The legendary Ken Patera shares memorable stories from his unforgettable career
The Olympic weightlifter-turned-iconic villain talked with us in a Cageside Seats exclusive.
Paul Orndorff’s son confirms Hulk Hogan’s story: ‘Dad could be difficult’
M. G0MEZ of Cageside Seats has an exclusive conversation with the son of Mr. Wonderful.