Ahead of the highly anticipated super‑welterweight world championship clash between Mikaela Mayer and Chantelle Cameron at MVPW‑06 in Birmingham, a panel of seasoned boxing insiders shared their thoughts. The bout will be broadcast live on Sky Sports at 7 p.m., and the consensus among the experts is that fans are in for a memorable night of action. Alycia Baumgardner, the current WBO, WBA and IBF super‑featherweight champion, praised the matchup, noting that both athletes possess a high level of skill. "It's a great fight.
I think they're both well‑skilled," she said, before tipping a slight edge to Mayer. Baumgardner highlighted Mayer's resilience, referencing a recent loss that the American fighter used as motivation.
"Mayer just edges it a tad more than Cameron because of the adversity she’s overcome," Baumgardner explained. She added, "Mikaela took the L, moved on, and has built herself back up. This fight could cement her status and open the door to even bigger opportunities.
I give her a lot of credit for that." Former undisputed super‑bantamweight champion Ellie Scotney was equally enthusiastic. She described the fight as a potential gateway for new fans, saying, "Stylistically, this is the kind of bout that can convert casual viewers into boxing enthusiasts. I expect nonstop action, a fight for the ages." Scotney went further, predicting that the victor could break into the pound‑for‑pound rankings and even be mentioned among the top four female fighters of all time.
"Both women love to fight, and they’ll give everything they have," she asserted. Johnny Nelson, a former cruiserweight champion, offered a more technical perspective.
While he expressed admiration for Cameron, he felt Mayer’s broader experience and versatility might give her the advantage on the scorecards. "Mikaela has a little bit too much variety, experience inside and outside the ropes.
I’d lean toward her winning on points," Nelson said, citing Mayer’s height, reach, and diverse fighting style as key factors. American featherweight contender Reina Tellez openly backed Mayer, calling her a "great person and an amazing athlete." Tellez also acknowledged Cameron’s credentials, noting that the British champion is a world‑title holder for a reason and has delivered numerous impressive performances. "I take nothing away from Chantelle, but I think Mayer might edge this one out," she concluded.
Lightweight world champion Caroline Dubois, who holds both the WBC and WBO titles, took a more neutral stance. She described the encounter as a "great matchup" likely to be "action‑packed" and emphasized her respect for both competitors. "I’m going to go on the fence. I have a lot of love and respect for both women.
In the end, boxing wins, and I want to see both of them succeed," Dubois said. MVP co‑founder Nakisa Bidarian highlighted the fight’s closeness, joking that she wished the rounds were three minutes long to keep the tempo even higher. She praised Cameron’s recent performances, especially her victories over Katie Taylor in hostile territory, and suggested that a win for Mayer would elevate her to "goat" status alongside Cameron.
"If Mikaela beats Chantelle, then she’s one of the goats. It’s a goat versus a soon‑to‑be goat if she wins," Bidarian remarked, adding that the contest would be "non‑stop action that will keep you on the edge of your seat every single second." Amelia Moore, an American lightweight contender, focused on the tactical battle of distance and pacing.
She noted Cameron’s pressure and ring IQ against Mayer’s superior distance control. "It will come down to who can maintain pacing and manage distance," Moore explained, refusing to make a definitive prediction but emphasizing the importance of strategy. When asked for a quick reaction, Mayer herself joked that a victory would leave Cameron’s fans "flabbergasted," while Cameron responded with confidence, saying she would win by simply "turning up, being me, doing what I do best and relaxing." The event promises not only the Mayer‑Cameron showdown but also a supporting appearance by Caroline Dubois, adding further star power to the card.
Fans can watch the fight live on Sky Sports or stream it via a contract‑free boxing platform. The consensus among the experts is clear: this bout will deliver high‑octane, back‑and‑forth action, and the outcome could significantly reshape the landscape of women’s boxing, potentially propelling the winner into the upper echelons of the sport’s all‑time greats.