BKFSea News · January 23, 2027
Kai Stewart vs. Bryan Duran II: The BKFSea Fight Cruise Headliner
BKFC featherweight champion Kai Stewart defends against Bryan Duran in a rematch aboard Norwegian Jewel. The fight, the card, the ship and how the weekend works.
By BKFSea Editorial Team · · BKFSea News
BKFC is taking a championship fight to sea. On January 23, 2027, featherweight world champion Kai Stewart defends his title against Bryan Duran in a rematch aboard Norwegian Jewel, headlining the BKFSea Bruise Cruise.
The Matchup
- Bout: Kai Stewart vs. Bryan Duran II
- Title: BKFC featherweight world championship
- Date: Saturday, January 23, 2027 (listed for 9:00 PM ET)
- Venue: Norwegian Jewel, Bahamas
- Official listing: BKFSea Bruise Cruise on BKFC.com
Kai Stewart: The Champion
“King” Kai Stewart, from Great Falls, Montana, is unbeaten in BKFC. BKFC’s announcement listed him at 10-0, and this fight would be his sixth title defense. His most recent defense came in August 2026 at Fenway Park, where Sports Illustrated reported a unanimous decision win over Harry Gigliotti.
Bryan Duran: The Challenger
Bryan “El Gallo” Duran fights out of Miami, the city BKFSea sails from. He is listed at 9-1-1 and ranked No. 2 at featherweight. According to Sports Illustrated, Stewart is the only fighter to have beaten him, and Duran is unbeaten in four fights since, most recently a decision win in September.
The First Fight
Stewart and Duran first met on June 21, 2024. Stewart swept the scorecards, scored a fourth-round knockdown and outlanded Duran, as reported by Sports Illustrated. A rematch gives Duran the chance to answer the only loss on his record, and gives Stewart the chance to settle the rivalry for good.
The Rest of the Card
The official BKFC listing includes, among others:
- George Thorpe vs. Josh Kuhne (welterweight co-main event)
- Julio Perez Rodriguez vs. Gabriel Mota (ironweight)
- Joey Gambino vs. Matt Denning (featherweight)
The card is subject to change; the official BKFC page carries the latest bouts. Thorpe is a name Glasgow fans will know: his upset of Leigh Cohoon, who headlined BKFC 96 Glasgow, earned him this spot.
A Fight Card on a Cruise Ship
The BKFSea Bruise Cruise is a full fight weekend rather than a single night. Your cabin is your ticket. Over the sailing, the program includes:
- Fighter meet-and-greets, open workouts and Q&A sessions
- The official press conference and weigh-ins
- The live BKFC fight card on January 23
- Pool-deck parties, nightlife and after-parties
- A stop in Nassau, Bahamas
The Itinerary
- Friday, January 22: Board at PortMiami, sail-away party, press conference and weigh-ins
- Saturday, January 23: Nassau, Bahamas, then fight night
- Sunday, January 24: A full day at sea with fighter experiences and the closing party
- Monday, January 25: Return to Miami
Programming, talent, schedules and itinerary details are subject to change.
From Glasgow to the Bahamas
If you watched Danny Christie stop Stevie Ray or caught Conor McGregor’s reaction, this is where BKFC goes next. Stewart vs. Duran II puts a world title fight on a ship, with the fighters on board all weekend.
See what Glasgow fans get at BKFSea, or explore cabins below.
Frequently asked questions
When is Kai Stewart vs. Bryan Duran 2?
Saturday, January 23, 2027, aboard Norwegian Jewel during the BKFSea Bruise Cruise.
Is the fight for a title?
Yes. BKFC lists it as a featherweight championship bout, with Kai Stewart defending.
How do I watch it live?
Book a cabin on BKFSea 2027, which sails Miami to Nassau on January 22–25, 2027. Your cabin is your ticket to the fight weekend.
Is the fight card final?
Fight cards can change. Check the official BKFC event page for current bouts.
