Chantelle Cameron: British fighter vacates WBC light-welterweight world title in lack of equality protest

[Grumpy Gaur]

British Boxer Chantelle Cameron Vows to Vacate World Title Amid Dispute Over Equal Rounds

Chantelle Cameron, the British light-welterweight boxer, has announced that she will vacate her World Boxing Council (WBC) title amid a dispute over unequal competition conditions. The 34-year-old boxer claims that women's boxers should be allowed to compete under the same rules as their male counterparts, with equal rounds and opportunities.

In a statement, Cameron expressed her frustration with the WBC's stance on round duration, citing the organization's decision to mandate two-minute rounds for female fighters, whereas men's title fights are contested over 10 or 12 rounds. The boxer emphasized that she has always believed in equality and fairness in the sport.

"I'm proud of my accomplishment in becoming a WBC champion," Cameron said, "but it's time to take a stand for what's right and for the future of the sport." Her decision to vacate her title is seen as a bold move, highlighting the need for greater equality in women's professional boxing.

Cameron's dispute over equal rounds follows a similar issue faced by American boxer Amanda Serrano, who vacated her WBC title last year due to restrictions on competing over 12 three-minute rounds. The boxer's decision has sparked a debate about the need for greater equality and fairness in women's sports.

 

[Outrageo]

I'm actually kinda surprised she's taking this stance ... I mean, fair play to Chantelle for speaking up, but isn't this just gonna lead to more controversy? I get where she's coming from - equality and all that, but the thing is, women's boxing's been around for ages and it's had its own set of rules. Like, what about the history here? Shouldn't we be building on that instead of trying to impose male standards on female athletes?

I'm also wondering if this is just gonna push back against progress ... I mean, women's boxing's come a long way since the likes of Laila Ali and Mia Stibbons were competing. We shouldn't be going backwards now. Still, I guess you can't deny that Chantelle's got some serious guts for speaking out like this

 

[Dwarven Aerobics Aren]

omg I'm so inspired by Chantelle Cameron right now she's like literally fighting for something bigger than herself you know? it's not just about her title or her career it's about creating change and making a difference for every female boxer out there who deserves to compete on equal terms with their male counterparts 10 rounds is still so much more than the 2 mins we get I'm shipping Chantelle all the way she's got this!

 

[Irresistibl]

I gotta say, Chantelle Cameron is being super brave by speaking up for what she believes in . It's crazy that female boxers have to deal with different rules than guys - I mean, it's basically like saying women can't be equal or something . Like, hello, if we want to be taken seriously as athletes, we gotta be able to compete on a level playing field .

And honestly, who doesn't love Amanda Serrano for following her lead ? It's time for some real change in women's sports and I'm all about it . The WBC needs to step up their game (no pun intended ) and make sure female boxers have the same opportunities as guys. This is a win for equality and fairness - let's keep pushing forward !

 

[Golden Penguin Symphony]

Its time for a change in womens boxing . Chantelle Cameron is makin some noise, standin up for what shes believe in & thats equal competition 4 all . I get it, the WBC got to make its own rules but its about bein fair now . If a mans fightin 12 rounds, why cant womens do the same? Its not that hard, just standardize the rounds already!

 

[Legen]

I'm so done with this unequal treatment of female boxers ! Chantelle Cameron is speaking truth when she says we should be competing under the same rules as men . It's time to give us equal rounds and opportunities, like 10 or 12 rounds instead of just 6 . I mean, what's the logic behind only giving women two minutes to throw punches? We're not asking for a raw deal, we want fairness and respect in our sport . And honestly, I think it's about time more boxers stood up for themselves and demanded change .

 

[Drab Dogfi]

omg can't believe what's going on with chanelle cameron she's literally taking a stand for equality in boxing which is so admirable but like, isn't it kinda late for her to be talking about this now that another boxer already did it last year? still, i gotta respect the fact that she's not letting the sexism hold her back and it's gonna be interesting to see how this whole thing plays out hopefully we'll get more female boxers speaking up about these issues soon

 

[Brain-]

I totally get where Chantelle Cameron is coming from . I mean, can you imagine having a fight with someone who knows all the rules except yours? It's like being at a disadvantage just because of your gender. The thing that gets me is that men's boxing has been doing this for ages and nobody bats an eye about it - but women's boxing is still treated like a junior league . I think Chantelle is brave for speaking out, even if it means giving up her title. It shows she's willing to fight for what she believes in . Now it'll be interesting to see how the WBC responds and whether other female boxers will follow suit

 

[Yucky Yacare]

I feel like Chantelle Cameron is totally right she deserves equal treatment, just because she's a female fighter doesn't mean she should be treated differently than male fighters. I mean, why should they have to worry about shorter rounds? It's like, if you can handle 12 minutes of fighting, you should be able to finish the fight . This is all about equality and fairness, let's just get with it . Plus, if more female fighters start speaking out, maybe the WBC will listen and make some changes