A group of the world’s best female boxers published a statement demanding the same rules as in men’s boxing.
More than twenty top women in professional boxing have published a joint statement in which they demand the opportunity for women too, if they wish, to take 12 rounds and three-minute rounds in championship matches. It tells about it, among other things ESPN.
In women’s matches, ten sets are mostly used, with the sets lasting two minutes. At the end of October, however, history will be made: Amanda Serrano and by Danila Ramos The featherweight three-union championship match between.
In a statement by women’s wrestlers, Serrano, Ramos and many other current and former top players are calling for the opportunity to choose the same rules as their male counterparts.
– As women, we have had to fight inch by inch to get the same benefits and the same respect that men are given just for that. We have made progress, but there is still a long way to go. We have been under-promoted and under-paid for far too long. That has finally started to change, as we have all witnessed women’s boxing gain the attention of fans and provide unforgettable moments. Moments that we create, although we rarely get the same time and opportunity to show our skills compared to our male colleagues, the group’s announcement says.
In their press release, the boxers emphasized the word “CHOICE” several times.
– We have deserved to compete in three-minute sets and 12-set championship matches, to show our skills and greatness. We have earned the opportunity to build a more equal future for boxers everywhere.
The release is quite exceptional, because in boxing, unlike many other sports, you don’t really see joint statements from the athletes. Serrano, who defended his titles at the end of October, thanked his teammates who went with him.
– We support this freedom of choice. Women compete in (freestyle fighting organization) MMA in five-minute bouts, just like men. Even in bare-handed boxing, the rules are the same for men and women. Danila and I will proudly make history on October 27, fighting under the same rules as male boxers. This is a fight for the right of all women to be treated the same (as men).