BKFC Fight Night Australia: Hepi vs. Wiśniewski 2 (also known as BKFC Fight Night 37) is an upcoming bare-knuckle fighting event to be held by Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship on April 18, 2026 at the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre in Townsville, Queensland, Australia.
Fight Card
Main Card
Heavyweight 120 kg Australia Haze Hepi vs. Poland Krzysztof Wiśniewski
Heavyweight 120 kg Australia Mark Flanagan vs. Montenegro Dilan Prašović
Welterweight 75 kg Australia Josh Kuhne vs. Australia Mick Whitehead
Lightweight 70 kg Australia Luke Bampton vs. Australia Hunter Ioane
Heavyweight 120 kg Australia Patrick Tolone vs. Australia Fetongi Tuinauvai
Middleweight 79 kg Australia Chris Drummond vs. Australia Asher Jack
Background
Heavyweight Rematch and Island Fury: BKFC Hits Townsville!
The tropical heat of North Queensland is about to reach a scorching new level as Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship returns to Australia. On April 18, 2026, BKFC Fight Night Australia: Hepi vs. Wiśniewski 2 takes center stage in Townsville, delivering a card of high-velocity impact and unfinished business. In a region that lives and breathes combat sports, this night is about more than just rankings, it is a showcase of raw power and the relentless spirit of the Australian fighting scene.
The Main Event: The Heavyweight Redemption
At the summit of the card, a massive heavyweight sequel headlines the night as Australia’s own Haze "The Huntsman" Hepi faces the dangerous Polish standout Krzysztof Wiśniewski. Their first encounter was a display of sheer durability and heavy leather, and now, Hepi looks to secure a definitive victory on home soil. A proud Māori warrior with boxing roots, Hepi brings a devastating combination of power and tribal heart to the "Squared Circle," knowing a win here moves him closer to a world title shot.
In Krzysztof Wiśniewski, he faces a battle-hardened adversary who thrives in the pocket. Wiśniewski travels from Poland with one objective: to silence the Townsville crowd and prove he is the superior heavyweight force. This is a clash of two giants who refuse to back down, where the winner likely cements their status as a global contender.
Co-Main Event: Heavyweight Thunder and Local Legends
The intensity remains at a peak in the co-featured attraction as the heavyweights continue to dominate. Australian boxing standout Mark Flanagan returns to the ring to take on the heavy-hitting Dilan Prašović. Flanagan, a man with championship experience in the traditional ring, looks to prove that his power translates perfectly to the bare-knuckle format. He meets a formidable test in Prašović, a fighter known for his explosive finishing instinct and international pedigree.
The card is further bolstered by a welterweight "banger" as the aggressive Josh "Kamikaze" Kuhne takes on the gritty Mick Whitehead. Kuhne’s "all-or-nothing" style has made him a viral sensation, but in Whitehead, he faces a veteran who specializes in punishing technical mistakes.
A Showcase of Australian Aggression
BKFC Fight Night 37 highlights the incredible depth of the Australian combat scene with a series of high-stakes divisional wars. The lightweight division features a clash of styles as Luke Bampton tests his mettle against the dangerous Hunter Ioane, while the big men return as Patrick Tolone meets Fetongi Tuinauvai in a 120kg collision.
Additional matchups on this deep card include a middleweight battle between Chris Drummond and Asher Jack, alongside several other bouts designed to showcase the technical evolution of the sport in the Pacific.
In Townsville, a win is more than just a notch on the record, it is a declaration of intent. Every exchange in the ring is a step toward global recognition, and every finish is a reminder that the heartbeat of bare-knuckle combat is stronger than ever in Australia.
