The fighter Cameron vacates World Boxing Council belt in demonstration against rules for women boxers
The British fighter voluntarily gave up her prestigious boxing title on this week as a form of protest against the status quo in women’s boxing, demanding the right to battle in three-minute rounds like male counterparts.
Protest against inequality
Her choice to relinquish her title comes from her clear disagreement with the World Boxing Council’s mandate that women fight in two-minute rounds, which the experienced fighter regards as unfair standards.
“Female boxing has advanced significantly, but there’s still progress to be made,” Cameron stated. “I’ve always believed in equal treatment and that includes the choice to compete under equal conditions, the same chances, and equal respect.”
Background of the title
The British boxer was elevated to WBC super-lightweight world champion when Katie Taylor was designated “Champion in Recess” as she paused from the sport. The boxing organization was preparing for a financial bid on Friday for a bout between the champion and fellow British boxer the challenger.
Prior instance
In December 2023, another female fighter likewise vacated her WBC title after the council refused to allow her to participate in bouts under the equivalent rules as men’s boxing, with longer duration fights.
Organization’s viewpoint
The council head, Mauricio Sulaimán, had mentioned before that they would not sanction extended rounds in female matches. “For tennis female players compete 3 sets, regarding basketball the rim is reduced and the ball is smaller and those are less physical sports. We prioritize the welfare of the boxers,” he stated on X.
Current standard
Typically women’s championship matches have multiple rounds of shorter duration each, and the British boxer was one of over twenty fighters – such as Serrano – who launched a campaign in recently to have the choice to fight under the same rules as men.
Professional record
The athlete, who holds a 21-1 professional boxing record, made clear that her protest is more than her own wishes, framing it as a fight for future generations of women fighters. “I’m proud of my success in becoming a WBC champion, but it’s moment to make a statement for what’s right and for the sport’s development,” she concluded.
Coming actions
The fighter is not leaving from the sport altogether, however, with her management team her team saying she intends to seek other championship opportunities and high-profile fights while maintaining her insistence on competing in extended rounds.
