The friendship and respect between Triple H and Dave Bautista date back decades as Triple H believed in “The Animal” to the point where he suggested that Bautista be part of Evolution alongside himself, Randy Orton, and Ric Flair.
Years later, Triple H put over Bautista to make him the World champion in the headliner of WrestleMania 21. Bautista requested to put over Triple H in his retirement bout at WrestleMania 35.
Following the hush money scandal involving Vince McMahon last year that resulted in him retiring from his duties as Chairman and CEO, Triple H took over WWE creative.
While speaking with ComicBook, the former WWE Champion was asked about how Triple H is doing in charge. He thinks it’s the right move for the company.
“I think this is the best thing for the company. It really is. It’s a personal thing with me because I know Triple H. I know how well he knows this business. I know how much he loves this business. As far as this business goes, he’s the smartest guy I’ve ever met in my life. He made me who I was. He was responsible for my career. I’ve never been ashamed to say that.”
Bautista continued to talk about Triple H’s leadership skills. He praised Triple H’s passion for the business.
“I think that he is so dedicated to this product and just wants the best for it. I think he’s absolutely the right person,” Bautista continued. “I’ve never met anyone else who thinks the way he does, as far as wrestling goes.”
Bautista is starring in M. Night Shyamalan’s “Knock at the Cabin,” which will be released on Friday.
