MMA News: TMZ reports Dave Batista and Strikeforce negotiations hit a snag; would Batista fight Bobby Lashley?

Jun 23, 2010 - 9:48:28 AM


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By James Caldwell, Torch assistant editor


TMZ reports today that former WWE star Dave Batista's negotiations with the Strikeforce MMA promotion have hit a snag.

TMZ's latest report on Batista possibly making the transition to MMA identifies money and scheduling as the two main issues preventing a finalized contract.

Batista and Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker have reportedly "hammered out most of the details in their contract." Batista is apparently seeking more money.

Regarding scheduling, TMZ reports Batista's calendar is full with yet-to-be-disclosed TV and movie deals. It appears Batista and Strikeforce have not been able to work out an agreement on dates.

One potential opponent - most-likely down the line - is Bobby Lashley, who is currently affiliated with Strikeforce. TMZ reports that Batista "will fight anyone, Lashley included."

Caldwell's Analysis: All of this still comes with the caveat that Batista has yet to officially enter MMA. It still seems like a stretch for Batista to make the transition without the competitive fighting background, his history of injuries, and his age. Strikeforce would certainly like to build to an eventual Batista vs. Lashley fight, but the first thing that has to happen is Batista officially entering MMA.
I don't personally think Batista would do good in mma but that is just my opinion...