Newcastle Knights Star Bradman Best Announces Engagement to Kayla Fenech
Newcastle Knights centre Bradman Best has officially announced his engagement to long-time girlfriend Kayla Fenech, who is the daughter of Australian boxing icon Jeff Fenech. The high-profile couple shared their joyous news on Instagram, revealing that the proposal took place at the luxurious Krinklewood Estate Winery in the picturesque Hunter Valley region of New South Wales.
Social Media Announcement and Celebrity Reactions
The couple captioned their engagement post with the heartfelt phrase, 'Here's to forever,' which has since garnered significant attention across social media platforms. Their announcement post has received more than 11,000 likes and 370 comments, with numerous prominent figures from the rugby league community extending their warmest congratulations.
Notable well-wishers included:
- Cronulla Sharks halfback Nicho Hynes, who commented, 'Congratulations guys! How good.'
- Sydney Roosters forward Angus Crichton, who added, 'Yes guys how good best ever.'
- Bradman Best's former Newcastle Knights teammate Mitchell Barnett, who simply wrote, 'Congrats guys.'
Family Involvement and Proposal Details
The engagement was a family affair, with the couple's first child, baby Kaliyah, who was born last December, present during the romantic proposal. Kayla Fenech wore an elegant white dress for the occasion and received a stunning, luxurious engagement ring crafted by the renowned Simon Curwood Jewellers.
Father's Initial Reservations About the Relationship
Interestingly, Kayla's relationship with Bradman Best almost never commenced due to her father Jeff Fenech's strong reservations. The boxing legend had explicitly warned his daughters against dating rugby league players, citing concerns about the lifestyle and public scrutiny associated with professional athletes.
'I'd always warned my girls about going out with league players,' Fenech confessed in an interview with News Corp, highlighting the initial hurdles the couple had to overcome. Despite these early objections, the pair have built a strong relationship, culminating in this significant engagement announcement that has delighted fans and the sporting community alike.
