FORT LAUDERDALE, FL — After weeks of anticipation and a temporary postponement caused by visa complications involving a previously scheduled opponent, Havana Heat is officially back and bigger than ever.
On Saturday, May 30, Ron Johnson’s American Dream Presents and Nothing But Sportz will deliver one of the most exciting and culturally charged boxing events of the year as HAVANA HEAT takes over the legendary War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Blending elite championship boxing with live music, Cuban culture, celebrity appearances, and world-class production, Havana Heat is shaping up to be far more than a fight card — it’s becoming a full entertainment experience designed to bring together the passion of boxing and the energy of South Florida’s Latin culture on one unforgettable night. The event will stream live worldwide exclusively on the Nothing But Sportz App.
GAMBOA RETURNS IN MAIN EVENT TITLE FIGHT
Headlining the evening, former unified world champion and Olympic gold medalist
Yuriorkis Gamboa returns to the spotlight in a high-stakes showdown against rugged
veteran Alexander Espinoza for the vacant WBA Latino/Fedelatin Championship at 140 pounds.
In the co-main event, two-division world champion and pound-for-pound great Guillermo Rigondeaux steps back into action against Chilean contender Jose Velazquez in a featured attraction expected to draw strong attention from boxing fans throughout the United States and Latin America.
Also featured in a major championship attraction is undefeated heavyweight knockout artist Gustavo “The Cuban Assassin” Trujillo, who will defend his WBC Latino Heavyweight Championship against battle-tested veteran Sergio Ramirez in one of the most anticipated fights of the evening.
The undercard will feature a loaded lineup of emerging prospects and rising names from around the sport, including Kenzell Williams, highly regarded prospect and protégé of former world champion Antonio Tarver, along with Evelyn Romo, professional boxer and producer for the Fox Sports studios in West Palm Beach. Additional featured fighters include Pierre Nance, Lucas Dos Santos, Dominique Valera, Luis Hernandez, and Jayon Tinnin.
LIVE MUSIC ADDS TO THE HAVANA HEAT EXPERIENCE
Adding to the atmosphere, Havana Heat will also feature live musical performances from three of the hottest Cuban and Latin artists making noise today: Wow Popy, Divan, and Yonki.
Together, the musical lineup transforms Havana Heat into a complete entertainment
experience — combining championship boxing, live performances, and cultural energy all under one roof.
PROMOTERS SPEAK ON THE RETURN OF HAVANA HEAT
“Adversity only made this event bigger. We had to make the difficult decision to move the card from May 2 due to visa issues surrounding an opponent, but we stayed focused and continued building. Now everything is set and ready to rock and roll. Havana Heat is bringing together championship boxing, live entertainment, Cuban culture, and major personalities all on one stage. This is going to be a huge night for South Florida.”— Ronald Johnson, Founder of Ron Johnson’s American Dream Presents
“This is the type of event that captures attention globally because it’s authentic. You have legendary fighters, rising stars, championship fights, major music artists, and real cultural energy behind it. Havana Heat is exactly the type of premium live experience Nothing But Sportz wants to deliver to audiences worldwide.” — Steven Marcano, CEO of Nothing But Sportz
“We’re building experiences, not just fight cards. Havana Heat represents culture, passion, entertainment, and elite-level boxing all coming together at the highest level. South Florida is the perfect stage for this event, and fans are going to feel that energy from the moment they walk inside the building.”— Akinyemi O. Ajayi, Nothing But Sportz
OFFICIAL HAVANA HEAT PRESS CONFERENCE & FACE-OFFS
Thursday, May 14, 2026
War Memorial Auditorium — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The event will feature Yuriorkis Gamboa, Alexander Espinoza, Guillermo Rigondeaux, Gustavo “The Cuban Assassin” Trujillo, Sergio Ramirez, featured undercard fighters, media availability, and official face-offs.
EVENT INFORMATION
HAVANA HEAT
War Memorial Auditorium — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
First Fight: 7:00 PM
Tickets Available Now on SeatGeek
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