10 Best Monster Henchman In Wrestling

Before Wardlow, there was another monster babyface-in-waiting being held down by a controlling heel figure. The rise of Batista as a part of Triple H's Evolution is one of the better long-term storylines WWE has managed to craft.

Alongside Randy Orton, Big Dave was able to establish himself as one of WWE's brightest young talents during his time with the faction. For almost three years Batista would grow as a wrestler under Triple H and Ric Flair's tutelage, with it becoming obvious to the audience that 'The Game' was actually holding 'The Animal' back. When the iconic thumbs-down decision to face the 'King of Kings' at WrestleMania 21 occurred after Batista won the 2005 Royal Rumble, it was clear a star had been made.

Dave Bautista would go on to become a multiple-time World Champion in the company before starting a prosperous career in Hollywood once he left WWE in 2010. The Washington native is sure to finally enter WWE's Hall of Fame soon, with a career trajectory that has inspired many, such as the aforementioned Wardlow.