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The British fighter chose to relinquish her WBC super-lightweight title on recently as an act of defiance against current regulations in the sport for women, demanding the right to fight in extended rounds similar to male counterparts.

Demonstration against inequality

Cameron’s decision to vacate her world title comes from her firm stance with the WBC’s mandate that women boxers compete in two-minute rounds, which the 34-year-old regards as gender disparity.

“Female boxing has made great strides, but there’s still work to be done,” the boxer declared. “I firmly believe in equal treatment and that includes the choice to have identical rules, the same chances, and the same recognition.”

Background of the title

The British boxer was elevated to world championship status when the previous title holder was named “temporary champion” as she paused from professional fighting. The World Boxing Council was preparing for a contract bid on Friday for a match between the champion and compatriot Sandy Ryan.

Prior instance

In December 2023, another female fighter also relinquished her belt after the governing body would not authorize her to fight in bouts under the identical regulations as men’s boxing, with 12 three-minute rounds.

Council’s stance

The council head, the president, had stated before that they would not authorize 12 three-minute rounds in women’s bouts. “For 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 fighters,” he wrote on his platform.

Present practice

Typically women’s championship matches have ten rounds of reduced time each, and the British boxer was one of over twenty fighters – such as Serrano – who launched a campaign in last year to have the right to participate under the identical regulations as male boxers.

Professional record

Cameron, who holds a strong career statistics, stated clearly that her protest goes beyond individual choice, framing it as a fight for future generations of female boxers. “I feel proud of my accomplishment in attaining a title holder, but it’s right to protest for what’s right and for the boxing’s progression,” she concluded.

Next steps

The fighter is not retiring from professional fighting completely, however, with her management team her promotion company stating she aims to chase other championship opportunities and marquee bouts while maintaining her insistence on fighting in three-minute rounds.