What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Thrilla in Manila boxer" from December 15, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Thrilla in Manila boxer”

This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 15, 2025. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

ALI

Letters3

Starts withA

Ends withI

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Dec 15, 20253 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Thrilla in Manila boxer” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 15, 2025 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with A and ends with I.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Thrilla in Manila boxer” clue?+

The answer is ALI (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 15, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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