Chantelle Cameron vacates World Boxing Council belt in demonstration against rules for women boxers
The British fighter decided to vacate her WBC super-lightweight title on recently as a symbolic gesture against current regulations in female boxing, calling for the opportunity to compete in three-minute rounds similar to male boxers.
Protest against unequal treatment
Cameron’s decision to vacate her championship belt comes from her clear disagreement with the World Boxing Council’s rule that female fighters compete in two-minute rounds, which the experienced fighter regards as unfair standards.
“Female boxing has come a long way, but there’s still room for improvement,” Cameron stated. “I firmly believe in fairness and that includes the choice to compete under equal conditions, the same chances, and the same recognition.”
Background of the title
The British boxer was promoted to WBC super-lightweight world champion when the previous title holder was named “Champion in Recess” as she stepped away from the sport. The boxing organization was planning to hold a purse bid on recently for a bout between Cameron and other UK fighter Sandy Ryan.
Previous precedent
In December 2023, another female fighter likewise vacated her championship after the council refused to allow her to compete in matches under the equivalent rules as fighters’ boxing, with extended rounds.
Council’s stance
The organization’s leader, the president, had declared before that they would not approve 12 three-minute rounds in women’s boxing. “For tennis they play 3 sets, in basketball the rim is reduced and the size is reduced and those are non-contact activities. We support the welfare of the boxers,” he commented on X.
Present practice
Most women’s title fights have ten rounds of shorter duration each, and the British boxer was one of numerous athletes – like Serrano – who launched a campaign in 2023 to have the right to fight under the identical regulations as men fighters.
Career statistics
Cameron, who holds a impressive fight record, emphasized that her protest extends beyond her own wishes, framing it as a struggle for future generations of female boxers. “I feel proud of my accomplishment in becoming a world champion, but it’s right to protest for equality and for the sport’s development,” she concluded.
Future plans
The athlete is not leaving from the sport altogether, however, with her representatives her promotion company stating she plans to pursue other championship opportunities and prestigious matches while persisting in her requirement on fighting in three-minute rounds.
