🔗 Share this article Chantelle Cameron gives up WBC title in demonstration against women’s boxing rules Chantelle Cameron decided to vacate her WBC super-lightweight title on recently as a symbolic gesture against existing rules in women’s boxing, calling for the right to compete in longer rounds similar to men fighters. Protest against unequal treatment Her choice to relinquish her title originates from her clear disagreement with the boxing governing body’s requirement that women participate in reduced rounds, which the 34-year-old regards as unfair standards. “Female boxing has advanced significantly, but there’s still progress to be made,” the boxer declared. “My conviction has always been in equality and that includes the right to fight equal rounds, equal opportunities, and identical regard.” History of the title Cameron was promoted to title holder when the previous title holder was named “inactive champion” as she stepped away from boxing. The boxing organization was planning to hold a contract bid on Friday for a match between Cameron and other UK fighter her potential opponent. Earlier case In late 2023, another female fighter also relinquished her championship after the council declined to permit her to compete in fights under the same rule-set as men’s boxing, with longer duration fights. WBC’s position The WBC president, Sulaimán, had mentioned previously that they would not approve 12 three-minute rounds in women’s boxing. “For tennis female players compete three sets, regarding basketball the hoop is lower and the size is reduced and those are not contact sports. We support the safety and wellbeing of the boxers,” he stated on X. Existing norm The majority of female championship bouts have multiple rounds of shorter duration each, and Cameron was part of more than two dozen boxers – including Serrano – who started a movement in 2023 to have the option to participate under the identical regulations as male boxers. Professional record The boxer, who maintains a 21-1 professional boxing record, emphasized that her stand goes beyond personal preference, framing it as a fight for the next wave of women fighters. “It’s an honor of my accomplishment in earning a world champion, but it’s right to protest for justice and for the future of the sport,” she continued. Future plans The fighter is not leaving from boxing completely, however, with her representatives her team indicating she plans to pursue other championship opportunities and high-profile fights while persisting in her requirement on fighting in longer duration fights.