Phaidra Knight, the only African American woman in the World Rugby Hall of Fame, transitions into professional MMA at the age of 50. After a distinguished rugby career with three World Cups and 35 caps for the US, Knight sought fulfillment beyond the sport, leading her to MMA inspired by a vacation incident where she was mistaken for a fighter. Enrolling in the Renzo Gracie Academy, she embraces the challenge of starting anew, drawing parallels between rugby and MMA in terms of discipline and artistry.
Phaidra Knight, a pioneer as the only African American woman in the World Rugby Hall of Fame, is set to make her pro MMA debut at 50.
Knight discovered MMA after being mistaken for a famed fighter, sparking her interest in a new athletic journey, embracing the challenge and thrill.
I realized I was starting over, starting at the bottom of something again. I took quite a bit of delight in it.'
Describing her love for rugby, Knight sees it as a 'form of art,' recognizing the commitment and discipline both sports require.
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