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The British fighter voluntarily gave up her world championship belt on Friday as an act of defiance against current regulations in female boxing, demanding the option to compete in extended rounds similar to male counterparts.

Protest against inequality

Her choice to vacate her world title originates from her strong opposition with the boxing governing body’s rule that women fight in two-minute 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 equal treatment and that includes the option to fight equal rounds, identical prospects, and the same recognition.”

Background of the belt

The British boxer was upgraded to world championship status when Katie Taylor was categorized “inactive champion” as she paused from boxing. The World Boxing Council was preparing for a contract bid on Friday for a fight between the champion and fellow British boxer Sandy Ryan.

Prior instance

In late 2023, fellow boxer Serrano likewise vacated her championship after the council would not authorize her to compete in fights under the same rule-set as men’s boxing, with 12 three-minute rounds.

Organization’s viewpoint

The council head, Sulaimán, had mentioned previously that they would not sanction longer fights in female matches. “For tennis women play three sets, regarding basketball the hoop is lower and the ball is smaller and those are not contact sports. We support the safety and wellbeing of the athletes,” he wrote on social media.

Existing norm

Typically women’s championship matches have 10 rounds of two minutes each each, and the fighter was part of more than two dozen boxers – including Serrano – who started a movement in last year to have the choice to participate under the identical regulations as men fighters.

Professional record

The boxer, who boasts a impressive fight record, made clear that her demonstration goes beyond personal preference, presenting it as a battle for the next wave of female boxers. “I’m proud of my success in earning a WBC champion, but it’s moment to make a statement for equality and for the future of the sport,” she concluded.

Future plans

Cameron is not stepping away from professional fighting entirely, however, with her promoters MVP saying she intends to seek alternative belt prospects and prestigious matches while maintaining her insistence on competing in extended rounds.