Batista, who was set to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2020 before the ceremony was canceled due to the pandemic, has recently been the subject of an unusual medical anecdote. While bad breath is a common issue affecting many, Batista seems to have experienced it firsthand, though this incident took place while he was on vacation.
On the Cafe de Rene podcast, co-host Rene Dupri shared an encounter with Dave Bautista from when he was in OVW. Dupri recalled meeting Batista only once during drug testing in Memphis and was struck by how strong Batista’s bad breath was. He described it vividly, saying it was so intense it seemed like Batista was about to faint.
Batista has not responded to this claim yet, so his version remains unknown. It’s possible he had just eaten something pungent like garlic that day, but the memory of his breath remains tied to his name in some fans’ minds.
Whether Batista will return to WWE is still uncertain. He has a dedicated fanbase eager to see him back, but his flourishing Hollywood career keeps him very busy. Hopefully, if he returns, he’ll have taken care of his oral health.
What are your thoughts on this story about Batista? Did you ever picture him as someone with bad breath? Share your opinions in the comments below.
Fan Take: This story humanizes Batista, showing that even top WWE stars have everyday flaws. For fans, it’s a reminder that wrestlers are real people, and it adds a relatable layer to the larger-than-life personas they admire.
