David Nyika v Floyd Masson: Live updates from the boxing fight night at Eventfinda Stadium
New Zealand boxer David Nyika secured a unanimous decision victory over Floyd Masson in an Auckland world title eliminator. Nyika now looks toward a future bout against British fighter Viddal Riley for a vacant cruiserweight belt.
Why it matters
This victory positions Nyika as a top contender for a major world boxing title, marking a significant milestone in his professional career.
Standing in the ring at Auckland’s Eventfinda Stadium after outpointing Floyd Masson, David Nyika didn’t waste time calling his next shot.
“Viddal Riley I’m coming for you next. Let’s bring it to New Zealand.”
After a unanimous decision win over his fellow Waikato-born, Australian-based cruiserweight Masson, Nyika should get his request.
The bout in Auckland was billed as a world title eliminator, with the winner expected to earn a date with undefeated British fighter Riley for the vacant belt in the not-too-distant future.
And with such an opportunity on the line, the two put on a show deserving of it.
Masson came on strong from the opening bell, pushing the pace and landing the better shots as Nyika looked to invest in the body.
Nyika began to mix his targets more as the bout went on, with both fighters having plenty of success.
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