Nkechi Blessing, Phyna will settle their feud in a celebrity boxing match

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing and former Big Brother Naija winner, Phyna, are set to take their ongoing feud to the ring as they face off in a celebrity boxing match.

The much awaited bout is scheduled for October 1, 2026 at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos State.

The celebrity boxing clash was announced by organisers, Balmoral, in an Instagram post on Friday evening.

The rivalry moves from social media to the ring

Sharing the poster of the event, the organizers wrote: “Plot twist? Let’s see what women can do. Phyna VS Nkechi.

“The rivalry is real. Now let’s see who’s backing it when the bell rings.”

The announcement came just hours after Nkechi Blessing and Phyna had a heated exchange on social media.

The disagreement between the two artists quickly caught the attention of their respective fans and followers, with their latest exchange adding tension to their relationship.

While celebrity disagreements often occur online, Balmoral’s announcement has now introduced a different dimension to the feud, with both women scheduled to face each other under boxing rules.

October 1 showdown in Lagos

The competition is scheduled to take place on October 1 at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos, bringing together the actress and the reality star for a public showdown.

Nkechi Blessing is known for her work in Nollywood, having starred in several Nigerian films and television productions, while Phyna rose to prominence after winning the seventh season of the reality television show Big Brother Naija.

Their next meeting will therefore bring together two personalities from different sides of the Nigerian entertainment industry.

The organizers’ announcement has already sparked interest among fans, especially due to the timing of the match following their latest confrontation on social media.

Fans await the celebrity boxing clash

Celebrity boxing events have increasingly provided entertainers with a platform to turn public rivalries and challenges into staged contests in front of a live audience.

For Nkechi Blessing and Phyna, the October 1 bout will offer both personalities the opportunity to resolve their latest rivalry in the ring rather than continuing the exchange online.

With the date and venue announced, attention should now shift to the preparations for the match and the final outcome when the bell rings in Lagos.