With his imposing size and that menacing gash on his forehead, it’s no wonder our paps were a little leery to approach Batista at an LA gym and outdoor cafe this week. Dave enjoyed a workout and lunch with a mystery female wrestler and his longtime buddy/personal trainer and martial arts expert, Marrese Crump, the day after his match on March 15, 2010 against Kofi Kingston. During that match, Batista took a knee to the face, resulting in a deep and bloody gash. But he looks happy and on the mend less than 24 hours later and even summons over our reluctant photographer to jokingly "grab" him before showing off those awesome tatoos on his left arm. Enjoy these exclusive ReelWrestling photos just days before WrestleMania XXVI... but the best is yet to come...

STAY TUNED FOR VIDEO FOOTAGE OF BATISTA TAKEN THE VERY SAME DAY!

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