🔗 Share this article The fighter Cameron gives up WBC belt in stand against women’s boxing rules Chantelle Cameron chose to relinquish her prestigious boxing title on recently as an act of defiance against current regulations in female boxing, insisting on the opportunity to battle in longer rounds similar to men fighters. Stand against disparity The boxer’s move to vacate her title comes from her clear disagreement with the World Boxing Council’s requirement that women participate in reduced rounds, which the 34-year-old considers unequal treatment. “Women’s boxing has made great strides, but there’s still progress to be made,” the boxer declared. “My conviction has always been in equality and that includes the option to compete under equal conditions, the same chances, and equal respect.” Background of the belt The British boxer was promoted to world championship status when the previous title holder was categorized “inactive champion” as she stepped away from professional fighting. The boxing organization was planning to hold a financial bid on Friday for a match between Cameron and compatriot Sandy Ryan. Prior instance In December 2023, Amanda Serrano likewise vacated her WBC title after the organization refused to allow her to compete in fights under the same rule-set as men’s boxing, with 12 three-minute rounds. Organization’s viewpoint The WBC president, the president, had declared earlier in 2023 that they would not authorize 12 three-minute rounds in women’s boxing. “In tennis they play three sets, in basketball the rim is reduced and the size is reduced and those are not contact sports. We support the welfare of the boxers,” he stated on his platform. Current standard Most women’s title fights have 10 rounds of reduced time each, and the fighter was among more than two dozen boxers – including Serrano – who launched a campaign in 2023 to have the option to compete under the equivalent conditions as men. Career statistics The athlete, who boasts a strong career statistics, emphasized that her demonstration is more than personal preference, describing it as a struggle for future generations of women fighters. “It’s an honor of my accomplishment in attaining a title holder, but it’s moment to make a statement for equality and for the sport’s development,” she concluded. Coming actions The athlete is not leaving from the sport completely, however, with her representatives her promotion company indicating she plans to pursue alternative belt prospects and marquee bouts while persisting in her requirement on participating in longer duration fights.