The fighter Cameron vacates World Boxing Council belt in demonstration against rules for women boxers
The super-lightweight champion voluntarily gave up her world championship belt on Friday as a symbolic gesture against existing rules in female boxing, insisting on the option to battle in three-minute rounds similar to male boxers.
Stand against unequal treatment
The boxer’s move to vacate her world title comes from her strong opposition with the WBC’s rule that women fight in shorter rounds, which the 34-year-old considers gender disparity.
“Female boxing has advanced significantly, but there’s still room for improvement,” the boxer declared. “I’ve always believed in fairness and that includes the option to fight equal rounds, the same chances, and the same recognition.”
Context of the belt
The British boxer was promoted to WBC super-lightweight world champion when former champion Taylor was categorized “temporary champion” as she paused from boxing. The World Boxing Council was planning to hold a contract bid on recently for a match between Cameron and other UK fighter Sandy Ryan.
Earlier case
In late 2023, Amanda Serrano also relinquished her WBC title after the council declined to permit her to fight in bouts under the identical regulations as men’s boxing, with longer duration fights.
Council’s stance
The organization’s leader, Sulaimán, had stated earlier in 2023 that they would not sanction extended rounds in women’s bouts. “Regarding tennis female players compete three sets, in basketball the basket is shorter and the ball smaller and those are not contact sports. We stand by the welfare of the boxers,” he wrote on social media.
Existing norm
Most women’s title fights have multiple rounds of reduced time each, and the British boxer was one of numerous athletes – including Serrano – who launched a campaign in last year to have the choice to fight under the identical regulations as men.
Fighting history
The boxer, who maintains a strong career statistics, stated clearly that her demonstration is more than personal preference, framing it as a struggle for future generations of female athletes. “I feel proud of my accomplishment in earning a WBC champion, but it’s moment to make a statement for justice and for the boxing’s progression,” she concluded.
Next steps
Cameron is not stepping away from professional fighting completely, however, with her management team MVP indicating she plans to pursue other championship opportunities and prestigious matches while maintaining her insistence on fighting in extended rounds.