The look of love! NRL star Bradman Best and his glamorous partner Kayla return from holiday on Hamilton Island as they prepare for parenthood
Best, 23, was spotted with the daughter of Aussie boxing legend Jeff Fenech looking very much in love as they arrived in Sydney.
The representative centre can put his feet up this weekend, as the Knights have a bye in the NRL.
It comes as Fenech - dubbed the 'Marrickville Mauler' can't wait to be a grandfather.
The former IBF and WBC title holder previously stated that he didn't want his daughter to date a rugby league player - but changed his tune after meeting Best.
The couple recently announced they are expecting a baby in 2026 on Instagram.
'Baby Best due in January 2026. We can't wait,' Kayla wrote on the social media platform.
But despite his earlier comments, Fenech has now spoken of his delight at the news.
'They are so happy,' he told The Daily Telegraph.
'And I'm so proud of both of them. Whether it's a boy or a girl, the baby is going to have some great genes.
'And they'll be great parents. I love Kayla and Bradman is a great fella who will make a great dad.'
Fenech said he initially went 'apes***' when he found out his daughter was dating a footy player.
'I'd always warned my girls about going out with league players,' he had previously said.
He added: 'So when she rang and told me, I went off the deep end. I gave her a roasting. She kept trying to say, 'Dad, he's a lovely guy'. Kayla was telling me every day how nice he was.
'Bradman knew I was angry, but he told Kayla, 'I'll prove your dad wrong' - and he (certainly) has.'
Kayla has over 200,000 followers on Instagram and works as a business development manager for Ray White.
Kayla held the ultrasound and a tiny pair of Nike trainers as she announced she and Best are expecting a baby in January
Fenech stated he was 'so proud' of the pair, having also previously revealed that he and Best had gone down to the gym to train together
After announcing the big news on Instagram, the pair received a heartfelt reception from many of their close friends and family.
Her mother Suzee wrote in the comments: 'Omg I'm so proud of you both, can't wait to meet my gorgeous little bubba.
'Super excited to be on this next chapter/journey with you both. Luv u both.'
Best, 23, made his debut for the Knights in 2019 and has gone on to make 98 appearances for the side, scoring 42 tries.
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