Former WWE star Batista was recently spotted with Titus O’Neil as they trained. In a recent Instagram post, O’Neil shared a picture of him with the Hollywood superstar. In the image, Batista was pictured with Titus and martial arts instructor Matheus Andre. The stars were training at the Cesar Gracie Jiu-Jitsu gym.
“So great training tonight with @davebautista @matheusandre1 and @joshraff_ tonight. Workout # 3 on the day was FUN 😎
It is interesting to note that the 54-year-old star had a short career in MMA after his run with WWE. He even competed against veteran Vince Lucero in his first and only match for CES MMA back in October 2012. He went on to win the encounter via TKO four minutes into the first round.
WWE legend Batista is currently focussing on his acting career. He recently talked about ending his career. The former world champion wrapped up his in-ring career at WrestleMania 35 when he lost to Triple H in a match that received more appreciation over time.
It was a classic against his longtime faction member and rival, and the only opponent that The Animal wanted to face to end his career in professional wrestling. Batista was slated to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2023. However, that is not the case.
Recently, former Tag Team Champion Titus O’Neil spoke about The Animal’s absence and why he is not being inducted into the Hall of Fame this year.
The WWE Universe expected Batista to enter the Hall of Fame, as the theme for the event was Hollywood. Speaking to Wrestling News.co, Dave’s good friend and former 24/7 Champion Titus O’Neil spoke about The Animal’s absence and the reason behind him not getting inducted into this year’s class:
“He’s in South Africa right now, so it would be hard for him to make the actual ceremony. He’s shooting a movie. He’s over in Cape town, South Africa, shooting My Spy 2.”
