John Cena On The GOAT Wrestler Turned Actor: Dave Bautista, The Dude Has Range

John Cena has heavy praise for Batista.

Over the years, wrestlers have transitioned to Hollywood, but none have been more successful then the trio of John Cena, Batista and The Rock. For many, Batista is the one who stands out amongst the rest due to his range, and Cena feels the same way.

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While speaking to Complex in a new interview along with Idris Elba, John Cena was asked about the GOAT wrestler turned actor. After briefly considering Roddy Piper and Hulk Hogan, Cena settled on Dave Bautista.

"I did enjoy No Holds Barred and They Live. So, Roddy Piper, maybe. Hulk Hogan. I'm going to give respect where respect is earned. Dave Bautista. The dude has range. Now has transformed his whole body. So the stuff he's about to do, look out for Dave Bautista. The stuff he's already done is incredible. But as far as, like, wrestler turned actor with the range, you know me. I'm just Dick Jones. That's it. Dave's got range."

Elsewhere in the same interview, Cena named his GOAT WWE trash talkers. You can read more about that here.

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