Chantelle Cameron has publicly requested a rematch with Mikaela Mayer under three‑minute rounds after she secured 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 American on the judges' cards with scores of 97‑93, 97‑93 and 96‑94, a result that she believes cements her place among the sport's most celebrated female boxers. The rivalry between Cameron and Mayer intensified earlier in the week when a heated exchange at the official weigh‑in escalated into a physical confrontation that required security to separate the two athletes. That incident, combined with the dramatic finish in the ring, has left both camps eager to settle the score in a second bout.
During the post‑fight press conference, Cameron explained her desire for a three‑minute round format, noting that the current two‑minute rounds favored Mayer’s style. “She wanted the weight, she wanted the two‑minute rounds, she wanted to have her name first, which is actually fine because we’re not going to get into that,” Cameron said.
“If we want the rematch we have to do three‑minute rounds. I’ll talk to my team; I’d be willing to vacate the WBC belt again if that’s what it takes.” Cameron, who is the only woman to have defeated Katie Taylor in the Irish legend’s professional career, praised her own performance but resisted claims that she has become 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 might think otherwise, but Claressa remains number one.” The tension between the two fighters was evident even before the bout. At the weigh‑in, Cameron described Mayer’s behavior as “too nicey‑nicey and friendly,” adding that she had a deep respect for her opponent but felt Mayer had made a fool of herself with her conduct. “I was looking at her before the bell rang and thought, I’m going to smash your head in. I think it worked,” Cameron said, describing the energy she sensed from Mayer as something the American seemed reluctant to match.
After the final bell, Mayer immediately disputed the judges’ decision, claiming she had outboxed Cameron on her own turf. “I did beat you, Chantelle. You’re lucky in your little backyard,” Mayer declared.
“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. If you want to come to the US you can.” Cameron responded with characteristic bravado, telling Sky Sports, “I just wanted to play with [Mayer]. If you’re going to say you’ll stop me, beat me easily… talk is so cheap, and I showed that tonight.
Don’t talk too much game—you’ve got to back it up. I want to do this again.
It’s up to Mikaela, but I want three‑minute rounds.” She continued to taunt her rival, urging her to improve her power, fitness and speed, and even suggesting that Mayer’s team was underperforming. “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!” MVP co‑founder Nakisa Bidarian welcomed the prospect of a second meeting, noting that Cameron has also expressed interest in fighting other top names such as Claressa Shields and Lauren Price. “She’s said from the jump she would like to fight Claressa Shields and Lauren Price; she’s up for fighting anyone. Unequivocally, if she’s not the GWOAT, she’s one of the top two or three ever,” Bidarian told reporters.
Cameron’s trainer, former British champion Jamie Moore, hinted that the champion might be prepared to relinquish the WBC title if the governing body does not allow a three‑minute round defense against Mayer. “I think in general Chantelle is much better over three minutes. There’s an issue with the WBC, and Chantelle is going to speak to her team to see if she might vacate the belt.
Chantelle is adamant that for female boxing to move forward and be on the same level as men’s boxing, it has to be three‑minute rounds,” Moore explained. The debate over round length is more than a tactical preference; it reflects a broader conversation about parity in the sport.
Women’s boxing traditionally uses two‑minute rounds, a rule that many athletes argue limits the development of endurance and strategy seen in the men’s game. Cameron’s push for three‑minute rounds could set a precedent that reshapes championship standards worldwide.
As the two fighters continue to exchange barbs on social media and in interviews, fans are left anticipating a potential blockbuster showdown. Whether the rematch will occur in the UK, the United States, or a neutral venue remains uncertain, but both camps appear ready to negotiate terms that satisfy their respective ambitions.
If Cameron does vacate the WBC belt, she would join a select group of champions willing to sacrifice a title for the sake of advancing the sport’s structure. In the meantime, the boxing community is abuzz with speculation about upcoming fights in 2026, with major promoters lining up marquee match‑ups across weight classes.
Streaming platforms like NOW promise contract‑free access to live events, while podcasts such as Toe2Toe provide weekly analysis for enthusiasts. Regardless of the outcome, the Cameron‑Mayer saga underscores the growing intensity and professionalism in women’s boxing, highlighting how personalities, politics, and performance intertwine to create compelling narratives that captivate audiences worldwide.