Mikaela Mayer expects 'most exciting' bout with Cameron

Mikaela Mayer says a fight with Chantelle Cameron will deliver one of the most exciting clashes of this generation. The American called the matchup one the sport deserves.

“Cameron has always been a name I've hoped to add to my resume and a fight I feel the sport of boxing deserves. With our come forward, aggressive styles, I have no doubt that it will be one of the most exciting fights of our generation.”

— Mikaela Mayer, via Sky Sports

What Mikaela Mayer said

Mayer has long pursued Cameron, who moved up to welterweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">super welterweight after losing her undisputed lightweight crown to Katie Taylor. Both fighters carry aggressive styles that promise action. The bout would mark a rare fight between two former world champions at the weight.

What it moves

Mayer's push for Cameron sets up a potential clash that could anchor a major card. Whether Cameron accepts remains the next question. The winner would vault back into title contention at welterweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">super welterweight and position themselves for a sanctioning body opportunity.

Source: skysports.com. Full Mikaela Mayer fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.