🔗 Share this article British boxer Cameron vacates WBC championship in stand against rules for women boxers Chantelle Cameron voluntarily gave up her WBC super-lightweight title on recently as a symbolic gesture against existing rules in the sport for women, calling for the option to compete in extended rounds similar to male counterparts. Stand against unequal treatment Her choice to give up her championship belt originates from her strong opposition with the WBC’s requirement that female fighters compete in reduced rounds, which the experienced fighter views as gender disparity. “The sport for women has advanced significantly, but there’s still room for improvement,” the boxer declared. “My conviction has always been in fairness and that includes the right to fight equal rounds, identical prospects, and the same recognition.” History of the belt The fighter was elevated to title holder when former champion Taylor was designated “inactive champion” as she paused from the sport. The WBC was planning to hold a purse bid on recently for a bout between the champion and compatriot her potential opponent. Previous precedent In late 2023, Amanda Serrano likewise vacated her belt after the governing body refused to allow her to fight in matches under the same rule-set as men’s boxing, with extended rounds. Council’s stance The WBC president, the president, had mentioned previously that they would not approve longer fights in women’s bouts. “In tennis they play three sets, in basketball the hoop is lower and the size is reduced and those are not contact sports. We stand by the welfare of the boxers,” he wrote on X. Existing norm Typically women’s championship matches have 10 rounds of shorter duration each, and Cameron was among more than two dozen boxers – including Serrano – who launched a campaign in 2023 to have the choice to fight under the identical regulations as male boxers. Career statistics The boxer, who boasts a 21-1 professional boxing record, emphasized that her stand is more than individual choice, describing it as a battle for the next wave of female athletes. “I feel proud of my accomplishment in attaining a world champion, but it’s time to take a stand for what’s right and for the sport’s development,” she concluded. Coming actions The fighter is not stepping away from the sport entirely, however, with her promoters her team stating she aims to chase different title chances and marquee bouts while continuing to demand on competing in three-minute rounds.