David Nyika discusses fiancée's cancer diagnosis ahead of boxing return

Monday 1 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 2 Dec 2025, 4:00am

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New Zealand boxer David Nyika has spoken about his fiancée Lexy Thornberry's diagnosis with head and neck cancer. Nyika described the personal challenge as he prepares to return to the ring following a difficult year.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Mon 1 Dec 2025, 4:00pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 12 hours

NZ HeraldMon 1 Dec 2025, 4:00pm

Kiwi boxer David Nyika on fiancée Lexy Thornberry’s cancer fight ahead of return to ring (opens in new tab)
Waikato Times via The PostTue 2 Dec 2025, 4:00am

Kiwi boxer David Nyika opens up on fiancée Lexy Thornberry’s cancer diagnosis (opens in new tab)