🔗 Share this article The fighter Cameron gives up WBC belt in stand against rules for women boxers The British fighter chose to relinquish her world championship belt on recently as an act of defiance against the status quo in the sport for women, calling for the opportunity to fight in longer rounds matching male boxers. Stand against disparity Cameron’s decision to vacate her title originates from her strong opposition with the World Boxing Council’s mandate that female fighters participate in two-minute rounds, which the 34-year-old views as unequal treatment. “Female boxing has made great strides, but there’s still room for improvement,” the boxer declared. “My conviction has always been in fairness and that includes the choice to compete under equal conditions, identical prospects, and equal respect.” Context of the title The British boxer was upgraded to WBC super-lightweight world champion when Katie Taylor was designated “temporary champion” as she paused from professional fighting. The World Boxing Council was set to have a financial bid on recently for a bout between the champion and fellow British boxer her potential opponent. Previous precedent In December 2023, fellow boxer Serrano similarly gave up her WBC title after the governing body declined to permit her to compete in bouts under the equivalent rules as male boxing, with 12 three-minute rounds. WBC’s position The organization’s leader, the president, had mentioned previously that they would not authorize longer fights in women’s boxing. “In tennis female players compete 3 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. Existing norm Typically women’s championship matches have ten rounds of reduced time each, and Cameron was part of numerous athletes – such as Serrano – who started a movement in last year to have the option to compete under the equivalent conditions as men fighters. Professional record The athlete, who holds a 21-1 professional boxing record, emphasized that her stand extends beyond her own wishes, describing it as a struggle for future generations of female athletes. “I feel proud of my accomplishment in becoming a WBC champion, but it’s time to take a stand for equality and for the future of the sport,” she continued. Coming actions The fighter is not retiring from professional fighting completely, however, with her representatives her team indicating she intends to seek different title chances and prestigious matches while persisting in her requirement on competing in three-minute rounds.