Cameron Sets Sights on Mayer and Price: A New Era for Women’s Welterweight Boxing
Chantelle Cameron is charting a course towards the top of the welterweight division, specifically targeting clashes with Mikaela Mayer and Lauren Price. Having previously dominated at super-lightweight, Cameron is now focused on establishing herself amongst the elite at 147lbs, beginning with a fight against Michaela Kotaskova on April 5th.
The Undisputed Championship Landscape
Cameron anticipates a showdown between Mayer and Price to determine the undisputed welterweight champion. She’s clear about her intentions: to challenge and defeat the eventual winner. “One of them’ is going to grow undisputed and I’m going to be on their tail as well given that I want to be in those big fights, big nights and challenge myself,” Cameron stated.
A Respectful Rivalry with Mayer
Despite her ambition to dethrone her, Cameron expresses significant respect for Mikaela Mayer, even describing herself as a “massive fan.” She acknowledges Mayer has faced adversity, referencing what she believes were unfair decisions in previous fights against Alycia Baumgardner and Natasha Jonas. Cameron believes a fight between the two would be a captivating spectacle. “I think me and Mayer’s styles gel. Me and Mayer really gel and I feel like we’d be fight of the year,” she said.
Price Presents a Tough Challenge
Although favoring a fight with Mayer, Cameron recognizes the threat posed by Lauren Price, the current holder of the WBA, WBC, and IBF belts. She acknowledges Price’s Olympic gold medal and overall skill, describing her as a “hard night for everyone.” However, Cameron believes a fight with Mayer would be more compelling stylistically.
Cameron’s Past and Future
Cameron’s career has included both victories and defeats against Katie Taylor, and a potential third fight was considered but ultimately didn’t materialize. She remains focused on building a legacy in the sport, seeking challenging fights that will define her career. “I will take those kind of fights and make my own history and my own legacy,” she affirmed.
The Appeal of Compelling Styles
Cameron emphasizes the importance of stylistic matchups in women’s boxing, believing that exciting fights are crucial for the sport’s growth. She believes a fight with Mayer, regardless of championship status, would deliver a thrilling contest. “Styles make fights as well. It doesn’t matter if you win, lose, [are a] champion, non-champion,” she explained. “If you’ve got a good style that’s going to gel, that’s going to make a good fight, that’s what you need for women’s boxing.”
Women’s Boxing on the Rise
Cameron’s pursuit of Mayer and Price comes amidst a growing wave of success for British female boxers. The potential for Price to become the third British woman to achieve undisputed status – following Chantelle Cameron herself at super-lightweight and Savannah Marshall at super middleweight – highlights the increasing prominence of women in the sport.
FAQ
Q: When is Chantelle Cameron’s next fight?
A: April 5th against Michaela Kotaskova.
Q: Who does Chantelle Cameron want to fight after Kotaskova?
A: Either Mikaela Mayer or Lauren Price, depending on who becomes the undisputed welterweight champion.
Q: What does Cameron think of Mikaela Mayer?
A: She is a big fan of Mayer and believes a fight between them would be a “fight of the year” candidate.
Q: What does Cameron think of Lauren Price?
A: She acknowledges Price is a skilled opponent but believes a fight with Mayer would be more exciting.
Did you know? Lauren Price is an Olympic gold medalist, adding to her impressive boxing credentials.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on the welterweight division – it’s shaping up to be one of the most competitive and exciting in women’s boxing.
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