British boxer Cameron relinquishes World Boxing Council belt in protest against women’s boxing rules
The British fighter voluntarily gave up her prestigious boxing title on recently as a form of protest against the status quo in the sport for women, demanding the right to fight in longer rounds like men fighters.
Protest against inequality
Cameron’s decision to relinquish her world title comes from her strong opposition with the World Boxing Council’s requirement that women boxers compete in reduced rounds, which the experienced fighter regards as unequal treatment.
“Female boxing has come a long way, but there’s still progress to be made,” she announced. “I firmly believe in equality and that includes the choice to compete under equal conditions, the same chances, and the same recognition.”
Context of the belt
Cameron was elevated to title holder when former champion Taylor was designated “inactive champion” as she paused from boxing. The WBC was planning to hold a purse bid on Friday for a match between the champion and compatriot Sandy Ryan.
Earlier case
In the end of last year, fellow boxer Serrano similarly gave up her belt after the organization would not authorize her to fight in matches under the identical regulations as fighters’ boxing, with longer duration fights.
WBC’s position
The organization’s leader, Mauricio Sulaimán, had stated previously that they would not approve extended rounds in female matches. “For tennis women play fewer sets, regarding basketball the basket is shorter and the ball is smaller and those are not contact sports. We support the welfare of the fighters,” he stated on social media.
Existing norm
Most women’s title fights have 10 rounds of two minutes each each, and Cameron was among more than two dozen boxers – like Serrano – who launched a campaign in last year to have the option to compete under the identical regulations as men fighters.
Professional record
The athlete, who boasts a 21-1 professional boxing record, made clear that her demonstration is more than personal preference, describing it as a fight for the next wave of female boxers. “It’s an honor of my achievement in attaining a title holder, but it’s right to protest for justice and for the boxing’s progression,” she continued.
Future plans
The fighter is not leaving from professional fighting entirely, however, with her management team her promotion company stating she aims to chase different title chances and prestigious matches while persisting in her requirement on participating in extended rounds.
