🔗 Share this article The fighter Cameron vacates World Boxing Council title in protest against rules for women boxers Chantelle Cameron decided to vacate her WBC super-lightweight title on recently as a symbolic gesture against existing rules in female boxing, calling for the opportunity to fight in three-minute rounds like male boxers. Stand against unequal treatment The boxer’s move to give up her world title comes from her firm stance with the WBC’s rule that female fighters compete in reduced rounds, which the veteran boxer regards as unequal treatment. “Female boxing has advanced significantly, but there’s still room for improvement,” Cameron stated. “I firmly believe in equality and that includes the option to fight equal rounds, equal opportunities, and identical regard.” Context of the championship The fighter was elevated to WBC super-lightweight world champion when the previous title holder was categorized “inactive champion” as she took a break from the sport. The WBC was set to have a financial bid on recently for a fight between Cameron and other UK fighter Sandy Ryan. Prior instance In December 2023, Amanda Serrano also relinquished her WBC title after the organization declined to permit her to participate in bouts under the same rule-set as fighters’ boxing, with longer duration fights. Organization’s viewpoint The organization’s leader, the president, had declared previously that they would not approve 12 three-minute rounds in women’s bouts. “Regarding tennis they play three sets, regarding basketball the hoop is lower and the ball is smaller and those are less physical sports. We stand by the health and protection of the athletes,” he stated on social media. Present practice The majority of female championship bouts have multiple rounds of reduced time each, and Cameron was among more than two dozen boxers – such as Serrano – who launched a campaign in last year to have the choice to compete under the identical regulations as men. Professional record Cameron, who holds a impressive fight record, emphasized that her stand is more than personal preference, presenting it as a battle for coming generations of women fighters. “It’s an honor of my success in becoming a title holder, but it’s moment to make a statement for justice and for the boxing’s progression,” she continued. Next steps The fighter is not stepping away from the sport altogether, however, with her promoters her team indicating she aims to chase different title chances and marquee bouts while continuing to demand on fighting in three-minute rounds.