Mikaela Mayer exudes confidence as she prepares for her high‑stakes unification bout against Britain’s Chantelle Cameron, insisting she feels "unbeatable" and that the clash for the world super‑welterweight titles will not be a close contest. The fight, set for Saturday at Birmingham’s bp pulse LIVE arena and broadcast live on Sky Sports, pits the WBO champion Cameron (22‑1, 8 KOs) against the dual‑title holder Mayer (22‑2, 5 KOs) in a headline event that also features a U.S. versus U.K.
theme across the entire MVPW‑06 card. Mayer, who currently holds the WBA and WBC belts, speaks highly of Cameron’s abilities. Cameron has rebounded impressively, winning four straight fights since a rematch loss to Katie Taylor in 2023, and Mayer acknowledges her opponent’s aggression and fast‑paced style. Nevertheless, Mayer is convinced her own form and preparation give her a decisive edge, especially in front of a crowd that is expected to be hostile toward the American challenger.
"I feel better than ever," Mayer told Sky Sports. "I just know I feel unbeatable right now. I’m in a great position and I can’t wait to get out to the UK and do my thing." She praised Cameron’s willingness to throw punches and keep the tempo high, noting that both fighters thrive on speed. "She fights at a fast pace and so do I, so that’s going to make for a very exciting fight for the fans," she added, before tempering expectations.
"But I just don’t think it’s going to be as close and as much of a war as everyone thinks." Mayer also addressed the critics who question her decision to travel to Britain and fight on Cameron’s home turf. "There are probably a handful of people who think I’m stupid for coming to the UK and going onto Chantelle’s turf, but I’m just confident in myself right now," she said. Her confidence is rooted in recent improvements in skill and strategy.
"I’m fighting better than I’ve ever fought, smarter than I’ve ever been, and I just believe in myself. I feel like no matter where I go, I’m still going to kick butt.
So it could be here, it could be there – I’m taking the win." When asked about the tactical adjustments she has made, Mayer highlighted her versatility as a key factor. "I’m really hard to train for because I’ve developed so much these last ten months in the gym," she explained.
Although she has not fought since October of the previous year, she believes the work she has been doing makes it impossible for Cameron to fully prepare for the new, improved version of the 36‑year‑old American. "I’m going to do everything I can to make it a very obvious win, maybe a stoppage, we’ll see, but I know I’m coming out with my hand raised," Mayer asserted. She also spoke about tightening her defense and focusing on landing her own shots when she presses forward.
"I’ve worked on making sure that my inside game is stronger and that my defense is tighter when I go forward. I’ll definitely be using a little bit of everything I’ve got, but knowing my style and Chantelle’s, there will definitely be moments where it will be a dog fight," she said, acknowledging that the bout could still feature gritty exchanges despite her belief in a clear victory. Cameron, now 35, captured the WBO super‑welterweight crown earlier this year with a dominant performance over Michaela Kotaskova, a belt Mayer vacated after beating Mary Spencer.
The opportunity to reclaim the WBO title and become a unified world champion is a major motivator for Mayer, who describes a potential win as a career‑defining moment. "A win would definitely be up there with one of the best moments of my career," she said. "I’ve had a pretty awesome career, with ups and downs that make it even more special.
Those challenges make these big fights extra special." Mayer reflected on the trials she has faced, including changes to her team and ongoing adjustments to her training regimen. "I’ve had to go through trials and tribulations, I’ve had to adjust, I’ve had to make changes in my team and keep continuing to get better – and I’ve done that," she noted. She believes a dominant performance against a highly respected opponent like Cameron – the only boxer to have beaten Katie Taylor – would rank among the top highlights of her professional journey. The contract for the fight includes a rematch clause for both fighters, suggesting this could be the first of a series of encounters.
"Chantelle and I have a rematch clause on both ends, which is unique, but if it’s the type of fight everyone expects, why not do a rematch? Why not give it to the world again? I have no problem giving a rematch when it’s justified," Mayer said.
She added, with a hint of competitive fire, "Do I want to kick her butt so bad that she doesn’t even want to activate that rematch clause? Of course.
But if she does, we can go again." Fans can watch the MVPW‑06 card, headlined by Mayer versus Cameron and featuring a bout for Caroline Dubois, live on August 29 via Sky Sports. The event promises a dramatic showdown in Birmingham, with Mayer confident she will leave the arena with her hand raised, cementing her status as a unified champion and reinforcing her belief that she truly feels unbeatable.