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The super-lightweight champion voluntarily gave up her prestigious boxing title on this week as an act of defiance against existing rules in women’s boxing, insisting on the right to fight in longer rounds matching male counterparts.

Protest against disparity

Cameron’s decision to give up her title originates from her strong opposition with the WBC’s mandate that female fighters participate in reduced rounds, which the veteran boxer considers unequal treatment.

“Women’s boxing has advanced significantly, but there’s still room for improvement,” she announced. “I firmly believe in equal treatment and that includes the choice to compete under equal conditions, equal opportunities, and the same recognition.”

Background of the title

Cameron was upgraded to title holder when former champion Taylor was named “temporary champion” as she took a break from professional fighting. The boxing organization was preparing for a contract bid on that day for a fight between Cameron and other UK fighter the challenger.

Prior instance

In the end of last year, another female fighter likewise vacated her championship after the governing body refused to allow her to compete in fights under the identical regulations as male boxing, with longer duration fights.

Council’s stance

The WBC president, the president, had declared before that they would not approve 12 three-minute rounds in female matches. “For tennis female players compete 3 sets, for basketball the hoop is lower and the ball smaller and those are less physical sports. We support the welfare of the boxers,” he commented on social media.

Present practice

The majority of female championship bouts have 10 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 option to participate under the identical regulations as men.

Professional record

The athlete, who boasts a impressive fight record, emphasized that her protest extends beyond her own wishes, describing it as a struggle for the next wave of female boxers. “It’s an honor of my success in earning a world champion, but it’s right to protest for what’s right and for the boxing’s progression,” she added.

Next steps

The athlete is not leaving from professional fighting completely, however, with her representatives MVP indicating she plans to pursue different title chances and high-profile fights while continuing to demand on fighting in three-minute rounds.