IYO SKY’s high-flying ability has been at the forefront of his presentation, winning multiple titles since signing with the promotion in WWE. Like many wrestlers today, IYO SKY grew up watching WWE and has a favorite wrestler.
during the interviewRinger Wrestling:“IYO SKY was reminded that Michael Cole has often referred to him as ‘The Best Wrestler on the Planet’ and asked if he agreed with the statement or not.
“Yes, I really hope so. I’m doing my best, but I can’t say I’m the best,” he admitted. IYO takes the compliment when he gets it, but has a different answer. “My favorite wrestler in my entire life is Rey Mysterio. He is my idol forever.”
At 51, Rey Mysterio is one of the oldest active professional wrestlers in the industry today, but many have noted how he continues to put on quality matches despite his age. IYO SKY was then asked if he thinks he will be able to follow in his idol’s footsteps when it comes to his career longevity.
“50, 50 years… Yes, I hope so, but my answer is no,” he said. “My style is very different. I can’t imagine (me) putting my trash can on my head and (jumping) off the edge at 50.”
Given that he is a high flyer and has his Over the Moonsault finish, he has been compared to Mysterio in the past. However, when Kevin Nash heard this comparison last year, he dismissed it and stated that the legendary Luchador was a one-in-a-billion talent.and while he has no problems with IYO SKY as a person, he’s better off seeing someone like Sol Ruka compete.
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