By FCF Staff

Former WWE champ and pro wrestling star Dave Bautista has talked about his desire to compete in mixed-martial-arts for some time, and it appears as though the man nicknamed “Batista” will do just that in October.

According to a report from TMZ.com today, “Batista” will make his MMA debut against heavyweight Rashid Evans at a CES MMA League event card in Providence Rhode Island.

The bout will reportedly take place October 6^th.

In 2010, there were rumors that the 6’6, 290 pound aspiring fighter was in negotiations with Strikeforce, however, no bout was ever confirmed.

The TMZ report furthers that the 43 year-old Bautista’s MMA debut will be televised, however, details were not available.