Independent pro wrestling star Lee Moriarty is flattered by the comparisons he receives from die-hard pro wrestling fans to future WWE Hall Of Fame legend Daniel Bryan.

The independent pro wrestling sensation spoke about this subject during a recent interview with the folks from Sports Illustrated.

Featured below is an excerpt from the discussion where Moriarty comments on the comparisons he receives to Bryan.

“Over the past year, I’ve been compared to Bryan Danielson a lot. It’s such a humbling comparison and not one that I would expect. While he was on the independents, that was his focus–becoming the best. He wasn’t racing to sign a contract. If a contract comes my way, that’s one thing, but my focus is on what happens in the ring. Independent wrestling, this is the foundation of professional wrestling. You’re watching a painting being created in real-time. This is so important, and my focus is on becoming the best independent wrestler and helping this part of professional wrestling grow. I always want to keep evolving. I don’t like the idea of being stagnant or complacent, especially as an artist. My mind is never settled with what I’m creating. I don’t want someone to see the same picture when they’re watching my matches. I think of wrestling as a sport and an art, and I want to continue to push and reach new levels.”

Check out the complete interview at SI.com.

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