🔗 Share this article British boxer Cameron relinquishes World Boxing Council belt in demonstration against women’s boxing rules The British fighter decided to vacate her world championship belt on this week as a form of protest against the status quo in the sport for women, demanding the right to fight in longer rounds matching men fighters. Protest against inequality Her choice to vacate her title stems from her firm stance with the World Boxing Council’s mandate that female fighters fight in two-minute rounds, which the experienced fighter regards as gender disparity. “The sport for women has made great strides, but there’s still progress to be made,” she announced. “I’ve always believed in equal treatment and that includes the right to compete under equal conditions, equal opportunities, and equal respect.” History of the belt The fighter was upgraded to title holder when former champion Taylor was named “inactive champion” as she stepped away from the sport. The WBC was set to have a contract bid on recently for a match between Cameron and other UK fighter Sandy Ryan. Earlier case In the end of last year, Amanda Serrano likewise vacated her belt after the organization declined to permit her to compete in matches under the equivalent rules as fighters’ boxing, with longer duration fights. Council’s stance The council head, the president, had declared previously that they would not sanction longer fights in female matches. “For tennis women play fewer sets, regarding basketball the hoop is lower and the ball is smaller and those are not contact sports. We stand by the welfare of the athletes,” he stated on social media. Current standard The majority of female championship bouts have multiple rounds of shorter duration each, and the fighter was among numerous athletes – such as Serrano – who launched a campaign in last year to have the choice to fight under the identical regulations as men fighters. Professional record The boxer, who holds a impressive fight record, made clear that her protest goes beyond individual choice, presenting it as a fight for future generations of women fighters. “I’m proud of my achievement in becoming a world champion, but it’s time to take a stand for equality and for the future of the sport,” she concluded. Future plans The athlete is not stepping away from the sport completely, however, with her management team her promotion company saying she plans to pursue different title chances and high-profile fights while continuing to demand on competing in extended rounds.