NBC secures exclusive rights to broadcast Sheilla Yama’s world title fight

The National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) has acquired the exclusive broadcast rights for the highly anticipated world title fight featuring Papua New Guinea's Sheilla Yama. The bout is scheduled for August 8, 2026, in Auckland, New Zealand, where Yama will defend her IBF International Super Lightweight Title against challenger Jessica Messina.

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She has climbed the international rankings at pace, capturing the IBF International Super Lightweight Title in May 2026 with a dominant stoppage victory over previously undefeated Chinese contender Haini Mulataiaili.

This landmark event will be broadcast live across Papua New Guinea on NBC 1 television and NBC Radio. This ensures that fans nationwide can witness their rising boxing star compete on the international stage. NBC Managing Director Kora Nou highlighted Yama as one of women's boxing's fastest-rising names.

Yama, who was born in Papua New Guinea and fights out of Hamilton, New Zealand, has rapidly built a reputation for her aggressive style, toughness, and powerful finishing ability. The undefeated super lightweight secured her IBF International Super Lightweight Title in May 2026 with a decisive victory over China's Haini Mulataiaili. Her professional record also includes notable wins against Louise Creaven, Rishon Harris, and Nailini Helu.

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With an unbeaten record and growing international attention, Yama is emerging as one of the Pacific’s most exciting boxing prospects, and her upcoming world title challenge represents a landmark moment for Papua New Guinean sport.

With an unbeaten record and increasing global attention, Yama is emerging as a significant boxing prospect from the Pacific region. Her upcoming world title challenge is considered a landmark moment for Papua New Guinean sport. NBC expressed pride in bringing this historic fight to the nation, enabling fans to support Yama in her pursuit of world championship glory.

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NBC is proud to bring this historic fight to the nation, allowing fans across Papua New Guinea to cheer on Yama as she chases world title glory.