🔗 Share this article The fighter Cameron gives up WBC championship in protest against female boxing regulations The British fighter voluntarily gave up her WBC super-lightweight title on recently as a form of protest against the status quo in female boxing, calling for the right to compete in extended rounds similar to men fighters. Demonstration against disparity Her choice to relinquish her world title comes from her firm stance with the WBC’s mandate that women boxers compete in two-minute rounds, which the veteran boxer regards as unfair standards. “The sport for women has advanced significantly, but there’s still progress to be made,” the boxer declared. “I firmly believe in fairness and that includes the right to compete under equal conditions, identical prospects, and the same recognition.” Background of the title The fighter was upgraded to world championship status when former champion Taylor was designated “Champion in Recess” as she paused from the sport. The World Boxing Council was set to have a contract bid on recently for a match between the champion and compatriot her potential opponent. Prior instance In late 2023, another female fighter also relinquished her WBC title after the council would not authorize her to fight in fights under the identical regulations as male boxing, with longer duration fights. Council’s stance The council head, the president, had mentioned before that they would not approve 12 three-minute rounds in women’s boxing. “For tennis they play 3 sets, regarding basketball the rim is reduced and the ball smaller and those are less physical sports. We prioritize the health and protection of the athletes,” he wrote on social media. Current standard Typically women’s championship matches have ten rounds of reduced time each, and the British boxer was one of more than two dozen boxers – including Serrano – who started a movement in last year to have the right to compete under the identical regulations as men. Fighting history Cameron, who maintains a strong career statistics, stated clearly that her stand is more than personal preference, describing it as a fight for future generations of female athletes. “It’s an honor of my achievement in attaining a WBC champion, but it’s time to take a stand for what’s right and for the future of the sport,” she concluded. Future plans The fighter is not stepping away from the sport altogether, however, with her management team her team stating she intends to seek other championship opportunities and prestigious matches while persisting in her requirement on competing in three-minute rounds.