Britain's Cameron gives up world title to protest lack of equality
Summary
British boxer Chantelle Cameron gave up her WBC light-welterweight world title to protest against different rules for women's and men's boxing matches. Cameron wants equal opportunities and rules, such as making women's matches 12 rounds of three minutes like men's. Cameron plans to return to the ring in early 2026.Key Facts
- Chantelle Cameron vacated her world title to protest against inequality in boxing rules for men and women.
- Women's boxing title fights are typically 10 rounds of two minutes each.
- Men's boxing title fights are generally 12 rounds of three minutes each.
- Cameron became a full WBC light-welterweight world champion recently after Katie Taylor took a break from the sport.
- Cameron has a professional record of 21 wins and one loss since 2017.
- Amanda Serrano and other female fighters have also called for similar changes in the past.
- Cameron plans to return to the ring in early 2026 and aims to fight under equal rules.
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