Chantelle Cameron has publicly asked for a three‑minute‑round rematch against Mikaela Mayer after securing a unanimous decision victory that crowned her the unified WBA, WBC and WBO super‑welterweight champion at the MVPW‑06 event in Birmingham. The British fighter edged the bout with scores of 97‑93, 97‑93 and 96‑94, reinforcing her reputation as one of the sport's most accomplished women.
The rivalry between Cameron and Mayer took a dramatic turn during the weigh‑in, where a heated exchange escalated into a physical scuffle that required security to separate the two athletes. The tension spilled over into the ring, and after the final bell Cameron reiterated her willingness to meet Mayer again, but only under three‑minute round conditions.
"If we want the rematch we have to do three‑minute rounds. I’ll talk to my team, and if it means vacating the WBC belt again I don’t mind doing that," she said at the post‑fight press conference. Cameron, who remains the only woman to have defeated Katie Taylor in Taylor’s professional career, celebrated the win as a career highlight but stopped short of declaring herself the greatest female boxer of all time.
"I’ll say it’s my best win, I really enjoyed it tonight," she told reporters. "I still think Claressa Shields is the best, I won’t be deluded. Mikaela would say otherwise, but Claressa is still No. 1." The build‑up to the fight had already been intense.
On the night before the contest, the two competitors clashed during a fiery weigh‑in. Cameron believes that Mayer’s aggressive demeanor at that moment may have backfired. "She was too nice‑y‑nice‑y and friendly," Cameron reflected.
"I respected her, I was a fan, but the way she behaved made a fool of herself. I could feel the energy shift before the bell and I thought, I’m going to smash her head in.
It worked." After the decision was announced, Mayer immediately disputed the judges’ scores, insisting she had out‑boxed Cameron on her own turf. "I did beat you, Chantelle.
You’re lucky in your little backyard," Mayer shouted. "You can have your rematch, three‑minute rounds. If you want to vacate your WBC belt you can do that. I’ll just kick your ass even harder.
But it won’t be here, it won’t be in the UK. Come to the US if you want." Cameron responded with characteristic bravado, challenging Mayer to improve her power, fitness and speed. "You were talking so much nonsense I actually fell asleep for a second!
Three‑minute rounds, let’s do it. Go back to the gym, work on your power, work on your fitness, work on your speed, work on your boxing – make some improvements, because your team isn’t doing a great job, are they? You’re boring – go home!" she taunted during a televised interview. MVP co‑founder Nakisa Bidarian welcomed the prospect of a second meeting, noting that Cameron has expressed interest in future fights with other top names such as Claressa Shields and Lauren Price.
"If she’s not the GWOAT, she’s definitely in the top two or three ever," Bidarian told the press, emphasizing Cameron’s willingness to fight anyone at the highest level. Cameron’s trainer, former world champion Jamie Moore, hinted that the champion might be prepared to relinquish the WBC title if the governing body refuses to sanction a three‑minute round defense against Mayer. "Chantelle is much better over three minutes," Moore explained. "There’s an issue with the WBC, and Chantelle will speak to her team to see if she might vacate the belt.
For women’s boxing to be on the same level as men’s, it has to be three‑minute rounds." The debate over round length is more than a tactical preference; it reflects a broader conversation about gender equity in the sport. Historically, women’s bouts have been contested over two‑minute rounds, a rule many argue limits the development of endurance and strategy that longer rounds demand. Cameron’s push for three‑minute rounds aligns with a growing movement among female fighters who seek parity with their male counterparts, arguing that equal round length would provide a more accurate test of skill and conditioning. If a rematch materializes under three‑minute rounds, both fighters will need to adjust their game plans.
Cameron, known for her aggressive pressure and high work rate, thrives when she can sustain a relentless pace over longer intervals. Mayer, on the other hand, has praised her own technical precision and footwork, claiming she “outboxed” Cameron in the first encounter.
A shift to longer rounds could favor Cameron’s stamina while forcing Mayer to adapt her tactics to maintain output without sacrificing speed. Fans and analysts are already speculating about the financial and promotional implications of a second Cameron‑Mayer showdown.
The first fight generated significant buzz, partly due to the dramatic weigh‑in incident and the high‑stakes unification of three major titles. A rematch, especially one featuring a change in round duration, could attract even greater media attention, potentially drawing larger pay‑per‑view audiences and sponsorship deals. In the meantime, both camps are likely to engage in negotiations with the WBC, promoters, and broadcasters to iron out the logistics. Cameron has indicated she is prepared to sacrifice the WBC belt if necessary, a move that underscores her commitment to the three‑minute round format and her desire to shape the future of women’s boxing.
Regardless of the outcome, the Cameron‑Mayer saga has already left an indelible mark on the sport. It highlights the intense personal rivalries that fuel boxing’s drama, the evolving conversation around gender equality, and the strategic considerations that come into play when champions negotiate the terms of their defenses. As the two athletes continue to trade barbs and promises, the boxing world watches eagerly, waiting to see whether a three‑minute round rematch will become the next headline‑making chapter in the careers of these two formidable fighters.