In a callout that’s generating serious buzz, transgender boxer Brady, known as the “Non-Binary Ninja,” is challenging Jake Shields to a dirty boxing match that could potentially go viral.
“Jake Shields, I would love to fight you in dirty boxing. I know you talk a lot about people like me. How about if I win, you have to start calling trans women trans women?”
The challenge stems from previous online interactions where Shields reportedly attacked Brady, calling her a “failed male athlete.” Brady cleverly responded by pointing out Shields’ own past use of spironolactone, a hormone enhancer commonly used by transgender women.
Brady, who identifies as non-binary and competes against male opponents, emphasized her commitment to fair competition. She’s adamant about not competing against cisgender women in combat sports and wants to create opportunities for transgender athletes.
Brady’s Unique Journey in Combat Sports
Growing up with a state champion wrestler father in Huntington, Brady developed exceptional wrestling skills early on. These skills translated seamlessly into unexpected bar confrontations, where larger men would underestimate Brady’s capabilities.
“A lot of big guys would start with me in bars, and next thing you know, they’re laid out on their head,”
Brady shared during a recent podcast interview.
Friends would joke that while Brady didn’t initially have refined “hands” — boxing skills — they consistently saved companions from potential bar scraps. The wrestling background meant Brady could quickly neutralize aggressive opponents, often surprising challengers who judged them solely on appearance.
Beyond bar encounters, Brady’s survival instincts emerged from real confrontations. They candidly discussed being jumped in New York City during early stages of their transition, which ultimately motivated a return to serious combat sports training.
Fairness in Combat Sports
Brady’s stance is clear and principled: they have no desire to compete against cisgender women in combat sports, believing it would be fundamentally unfair due to biological advantages gained through male puberty. This position demonstrates a nuanced understanding of physiological differences and a commitment to athletic integrity.
“Personally, I have no desire to ever fight a natural-born woman, especially when it comes to combat sports,”
Brady stated during the podcast interview.
Their approach prioritizes creating equitable competitive environments. Brady advocates for transgender athlete leagues or matches against other transgender competitors with similar hormonal profiles and physical backgrounds.
Jake Shields Responds to the “Non-Binary Ninja”
In a recent podcast, Jake Shields didn’t hold back when discussing a non-binary fighter who apparently called him out.
“I will beat that thing’s a*s,” Shields stated bluntly. “I don’t know if it’s a man or whatever, but I will beat the hell out of that thing.”
Shields highlighted the significant skill gap between professional fighters and amateur challengers, emphasizing that most people challenging professional fighters don’t understand the massive difference in skill level.
“People are delusional,” he explained. “They don’t understand the difference between high-level pros versus these amateurs.”
The seasoned star suggested that while many talk tough, few actually want to step into the ring with a professional fighter once they realize the true intensity of combat sports.
