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The British fighter decided to vacate her WBC super-lightweight title on this week as a form of protest against current regulations in women’s boxing, insisting on the right to compete in three-minute rounds matching men fighters.

Stand against inequality

Cameron’s decision to give up her championship belt originates from her clear disagreement with the WBC’s mandate that female fighters fight in shorter rounds, which the veteran boxer considers gender disparity.

“The sport for women has come a long way, but there’s still room for improvement,” the boxer declared. “My conviction has always been in equal treatment and that includes the right to compete under equal conditions, equal opportunities, and identical regard.”

Background of the championship

Cameron was elevated to WBC super-lightweight world champion when former champion Taylor was designated “inactive champion” as she paused from professional fighting. The WBC was planning to hold a purse bid on that day for a match between Cameron and fellow British boxer her potential opponent.

Earlier case

In the end of last year, another female fighter likewise vacated her championship after the council would not authorize her to compete in bouts under the equivalent rules as men’s boxing, with extended rounds.

Organization’s viewpoint

The organization’s leader, Sulaimán, had mentioned before that they would not authorize longer fights in women’s boxing. “Regarding tennis female players compete fewer sets, regarding basketball the basket is shorter and the size is reduced and those are less physical sports. We stand by the safety and wellbeing of the boxers,” he stated on his platform.

Present practice

Most women’s title fights have 10 rounds of shorter duration each, and the fighter was among over twenty fighters – such as Serrano – who started a movement in 2023 to have the right to compete under the identical regulations as male boxers.

Professional record

The boxer, who holds a impressive fight record, stated clearly that her protest is more than personal preference, framing it as a battle for the next wave of female athletes. “It’s an honor of my success in attaining a title holder, but it’s time to take a stand for what’s right and for the future of the sport,” she concluded.

Next steps

Cameron is not stepping away from the sport altogether, however, with her representatives her promotion company saying she intends to seek other championship opportunities and marquee bouts while persisting in her requirement on fighting in extended rounds.