🔗 Share this article The fighter Cameron gives up WBC championship in protest against rules for women boxers Chantelle Cameron voluntarily gave up her prestigious boxing title on this week as a form of protest against current regulations in the sport for women, calling for the option to fight in three-minute rounds similar to men fighters. Protest against unequal treatment Her choice to relinquish her title stems from her clear disagreement with the boxing governing body’s rule that female fighters participate in two-minute rounds, which the experienced fighter considers unfair standards. “The sport for women has come a long way, but there’s still room for improvement,” she announced. “I firmly believe in fairness and that includes the choice to fight equal rounds, equal opportunities, and the same recognition.” History of the title Cameron was elevated to WBC super-lightweight world champion when Katie Taylor was designated “Champion in Recess” as she took a break from boxing. The World Boxing Council was set to have a purse bid on recently for a match between Cameron and compatriot the challenger. Previous precedent In December 2023, fellow boxer Serrano similarly gave up her WBC title after the governing body declined to permit her to fight in bouts under the same rule-set as men’s boxing, with extended rounds. Organization’s viewpoint The organization’s leader, Sulaimán, had declared before that they would not sanction extended rounds in female matches. “For tennis women play three sets, in basketball the hoop is lower and the size is reduced and those are less physical sports. We stand by the safety and wellbeing of the boxers,” he stated on his platform. Present practice Most women’s title fights have multiple rounds of reduced time each, and the British boxer was among more than two dozen boxers – such as Serrano – who initiated an effort in recently to have the option to participate under the identical regulations as men fighters. Professional record The boxer, who maintains a impressive fight record, made clear that her protest is more than individual choice, framing it as a fight for future generations of women fighters. “I’m proud of my success in becoming a WBC champion, but it’s time to take a stand for what’s right and for the sport’s development,” she added. Coming actions The fighter is not retiring from the sport entirely, however, with her representatives MVP saying she aims to chase alternative belt prospects and marquee bouts while persisting in her requirement on fighting in extended rounds.