🔗 Share this article Chantelle Cameron gives up World Boxing Council championship in protest against female boxing regulations The super-lightweight champion chose to relinquish her prestigious boxing title on Friday as an act of defiance against current regulations in female boxing, demanding the option to fight in extended rounds matching men fighters. Demonstration against unequal treatment Her choice to vacate her world title originates from her strong opposition with the boxing governing body’s rule that women boxers participate in reduced rounds, which the 34-year-old regards as unequal treatment. “The sport for women has made great strides, but there’s still progress to be made,” she announced. “I firmly believe in fairness and that includes the option to have identical rules, the same chances, and the same recognition.” History of the championship The fighter was upgraded to WBC super-lightweight world champion when Katie Taylor was categorized “temporary champion” as she stepped away from the sport. The WBC was set to have a purse bid on recently for a match between the champion and other UK fighter her potential opponent. Earlier case In December 2023, another female fighter likewise vacated her WBC title after the organization declined to permit her to participate in matches under the same rule-set as male boxing, with 12 three-minute rounds. Organization’s viewpoint The WBC president, Sulaimán, had mentioned earlier in 2023 that they would not sanction 12 three-minute rounds in women’s bouts. “Regarding tennis they play fewer sets, for basketball the hoop is lower and the ball smaller and those are less physical sports. We support the welfare of the athletes,” he stated on his platform. Present practice Typically women’s championship matches have multiple rounds of reduced time each, and the British boxer was part of numerous athletes – such as Serrano – who started a movement in 2023 to have the option to compete under the equivalent conditions as male boxers. Career statistics Cameron, who maintains a strong career statistics, made clear that her protest extends beyond individual choice, framing it as a fight for the next wave of women fighters. “It’s an honor of my achievement in attaining a WBC champion, but it’s moment to make a statement for what’s right and for the sport’s development,” she added. Future plans The athlete is not stepping away from boxing entirely, however, with her promoters MVP saying she aims to chase different title chances and marquee bouts while continuing to demand on fighting in longer duration fights.