Sheila Yama: From Islands to Boxing Glory

From Papua New Guinea’s lantern-lit islands to the global boxing stage, Sheila Yama is rewriting the script. Once just chasing fitness, this registered nurse-turned-fighting phenom now holds the IBF International Super Lightweight title with a flawless 7-0 record. Born into a world without Wi-Fi, she found her fire in the gym—and her discipline in the ring. A Miss Supermodel PNG winner who rejected perfectionist pressures, she’s built her legacy on grit, not glamour. With her biggest fight yet looming on the Auckland undercard, she’s still humble—calling herself “a girl from the islands”—but ready to seize every moment. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/24fb21395bcc0421