BKFC 92 brings bare-knuckle boxing to Fenway Park for the first time
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 5:47 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Bare-knuckle boxing returned to Fenway Park for the first time in 70 years on Saturday as BKFC 92 hosted a series of fights at the historic venue. More than 12,000 fans attended the event, which featured featherweight champion Kai Stewart successfully defending his title against Harry Gigliotti by decision after five rounds. Other results included Joe Lauzon knocking out Stash Kuykendall, while Taylor Starling secured a five-round decision victory over Kathryn Paprocki. Peter Barrett recorded a victory over Elijah Harris, and Christine Ferea defeated Sofia Landi. The event marked the first time professional fights were held on the field since 1956, when Tony DeMarco faced Vince Martinez at the ballpark. Fighters and fans noted the unique atmosphere of the venue, with some participants expressing interest in returning for future events.
- •BKFC 92 drew over 12,000 spectators to Fenway Park on Saturday.
- •Kai Stewart retained his featherweight title against Harry Gigliotti.
- •Joe Lauzon knocked out Stash Kuykendall during the main card.
- •Taylor Starling secured a five-round decision win over Kathryn Paprocki.
- •The event was the first boxing showcase at the park in 70 years.
- 5:47 PMYahoo Sports — 70 years later, fights returned to Fenway Park — this time with bare-knuckles and face tattoos aplenty
"Seven decades after Fenway Park last hosted a night of fights, bare-knuckle boxing brought violence, nostalgia and a distinctly modern brand of chaos back beneath the Green Monster this weekend.
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