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The super-lightweight champion decided to vacate her WBC super-lightweight title on Friday as an act of defiance against current regulations in female boxing, calling for the opportunity to battle in longer rounds similar to men fighters.

Demonstration against disparity

Her choice to give up her championship belt originates from her strong opposition with the World Boxing Council’s rule that women boxers fight in shorter rounds, which the veteran boxer considers unfair standards.

“Female boxing has come a long way, but there’s still room for improvement,” she announced. “My conviction has always been in equality and that includes the choice to have identical rules, equal opportunities, and equal respect.”

History of the title

The fighter was upgraded to title holder when former champion Taylor was categorized “Champion in Recess” as she stepped away from professional fighting. The WBC was planning to hold a financial bid on Friday for a bout between the champion and compatriot Sandy Ryan.

Prior instance

In the end of last year, another female fighter likewise vacated her WBC title after the governing body would not authorize her to compete in fights under the equivalent rules as male boxing, with extended rounds.

Organization’s viewpoint

The WBC president, Mauricio Sulaimán, had mentioned previously that they would not sanction 12 three-minute rounds in female matches. “For tennis they play fewer sets, regarding basketball the basket is shorter and the size is reduced and those are less physical sports. We support the safety and wellbeing of the athletes,” he wrote on X.

Present practice

The majority of female championship bouts have ten rounds of two minutes each each, and the fighter was among numerous athletes – such as Serrano – who initiated an effort in 2023 to have the choice to compete under the equivalent conditions as men fighters.

Fighting history

The boxer, who maintains a impressive fight record, stated clearly that her protest is more than individual choice, framing it as a struggle for the next wave of female boxers. “I feel proud of my accomplishment in attaining a title holder, but it’s moment to make a statement for equality and for the boxing’s progression,” she concluded.

Coming actions

Cameron is not leaving from professional fighting entirely, however, with her representatives her team stating she plans to pursue different title chances and marquee bouts while persisting in her requirement on competing in three-minute rounds.