The fighter Cameron relinquishes WBC title in protest against rules for women boxers
The super-lightweight champion decided to vacate her world championship belt on this week as an act of defiance against the status quo in the sport for women, demanding the option to battle in three-minute rounds like male counterparts.
Stand against disparity
Her choice to give up her championship belt stems from her strong opposition with the World Boxing Council’s rule that women compete in reduced rounds, which the veteran boxer views as unequal treatment.
“Women’s boxing has made great strides, but there’s still progress to be made,” Cameron stated. “I firmly believe in equality and that includes the right to have identical rules, identical prospects, and the same recognition.”
History of the championship
The British boxer was upgraded to WBC super-lightweight world champion when the previous title holder was named “temporary champion” as she took a break from boxing. The boxing organization was preparing for a purse bid on that day for a fight between Cameron and fellow British boxer her potential opponent.
Previous precedent
In late 2023, another female fighter also relinquished her WBC title after the governing body declined to permit her to fight in matches under the identical regulations as male boxing, with 12 three-minute rounds.
Organization’s viewpoint
The WBC president, Sulaimán, had declared previously that they would not authorize longer fights in women’s bouts. “For tennis female players compete three sets, in basketball the rim is reduced and the ball smaller and those are non-contact activities. We prioritize the welfare of the boxers,” he stated on his platform.
Current standard
The majority of female championship bouts have 10 rounds of shorter duration each, and the British boxer was among numerous athletes – such as Serrano – who started a movement in recently to have the option to participate under the identical regulations as men fighters.
Professional record
The athlete, who holds a impressive fight record, emphasized that her protest extends beyond individual choice, describing it as a battle for the next wave of women fighters. “It’s an honor of my success in becoming a title holder, but it’s right to protest for justice and for the future of the sport,” she added.
Future plans
The athlete is not leaving from the sport entirely, however, with her promoters her promotion company saying she plans to pursue alternative belt prospects and marquee bouts while maintaining her insistence on participating in longer duration fights.
