The fighter Cameron vacates WBC belt in protest against rules for women boxers
The super-lightweight champion decided to vacate her prestigious boxing title on this week as a symbolic gesture against current regulations in the sport for women, calling for the option to compete in three-minute rounds like men fighters.
Protest against unequal treatment
Her choice to give up her world title stems from her strong opposition with the World Boxing Council’s rule that women boxers participate in reduced rounds, which the experienced fighter considers unfair standards.
“Women’s boxing has come a long way, but there’s still room for improvement,” she announced. “My conviction has always been in equality and that includes the option to fight equal rounds, the same chances, and identical regard.”
History of the championship
Cameron was upgraded to WBC super-lightweight world champion when former champion Taylor was designated “temporary champion” as she took a break from the sport. The WBC was planning to hold a contract bid on that day for a bout between Cameron and compatriot her potential opponent.
Prior instance
In December 2023, fellow boxer Serrano similarly gave up her WBC title after the organization declined to permit her to fight in matches under the equivalent rules as fighters’ boxing, with extended rounds.
Organization’s viewpoint
The council head, Mauricio Sulaimán, had stated earlier in 2023 that they would not authorize longer fights in women’s bouts. “In tennis they play fewer sets, in basketball the basket is shorter and the ball is smaller and those are less physical sports. We stand by the welfare of the boxers,” he commented on X.
Current standard
The majority of female championship bouts have multiple rounds of two minutes each each, and Cameron was one of numerous athletes – such as Serrano – who started a movement in recently to have the option to fight under the same rules as men.
Professional record
The athlete, who holds a impressive fight record, emphasized that her protest is more than individual choice, presenting it as a battle for future generations of female boxers. “It’s an honor of my accomplishment in earning a WBC champion, but it’s time to take a stand for justice and for the future of the sport,” she continued.
Coming actions
Cameron is not retiring from the sport entirely, however, with her promoters her team indicating she intends to seek other championship opportunities and high-profile fights while persisting in her requirement on participating in three-minute rounds.
