Skip to content Bad blood does not cool down quickly, so the Cameron vs Mayer rematch lands on Christmas Eve in Dubai. Chantelle Cameron defeated American rival Mikaela Mayer by unanimous decision in a Birmingham thriller just four months ago. Yet Mayer walked away furious, convinced the judges robbed her of victory on foreign soil.
Now both fighters take their rivalry to the Middle East on a card promoted by Most Valuable Promotions. Cameron puts her unified super-welterweight championship on the line. For Mayer, this fight offers direct redemption and a chance to strip three world titles away from her rival.
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Christmas Eve fights are rare in modern boxing, but this rivalry demanded a swift resolution. Fans who watched their first battle get an immediate second chapter on an international platform.
Why the Cameron vs Mayer rematch ignited so quickly
Their first meeting in Birmingham produced an instant fight of the year contender. Both women traded heavy shots from the opening bell after a fiery buildup filled with personal insults.
Cameron entered Birmingham with the belts and left with them, but the narrow margin left fans clamoring for more. Neither fighter wanted to move on to other opponents while questions remained.
Because both sides honored that pre-fight agreement, the Cameron vs Mayer rematch was locked in without drawn-out negotiations. Cameron welcomed the swift turnaround to silence critics who questioned her victory.
“We agreed to the rematch before the first fight, so we both kept our word,” Cameron said. “And now the rematch is on the biggest stage in boxing.”
Mayer targets revenge after Birmingham controversy
Mayer refused to accept defeat in England. The 36-year-old former world champion insisted she outworked Cameron and accused the local judges of hometown favoritism.
Mayer claimed Cameron was “lucky in her little back yard” after the official scorecards went against her. That bitter result drove the American straight back into the gym.
“Although I don’t feel I performed to my highest potential, I’ve been working hard to fix the mistakes I made and I will 100 per cent come back stronger.”
As a former Olympian and world champion, Mayer carries supreme confidence heading into the rematch. Mayer declared that she will take her belts back on Thursday, December 24. A win restores her world champion status, but another defeat leaves her empty-handed.
Belts on the line for the Cameron vs Mayer rematch
Stakes are higher now because the Cameron vs Mayer rematch puts all three super-welterweight world titles on the line. Cameron enters as the unified champion, risking her belts rather than pursuing an easier defense.
Neutral ground at the Coca-Cola Arena removes any home-field debate. Neither fighter can point to partisan judges or a biased crowd when they step inside the ring in Dubai.
Most Valuable Promotions CEO Nakisa Bidarian described the matchup as a clash between two pound-for-pound stars in their prime. He pointed out that both boxers immediately demanded a second fight right after the final bell.
Cameron proved she can handle Mayer’s volume, but Mayer believes technical adjustments will alter the outcome. Can Mayer adapt her tactics enough to solve Cameron’s relentless pressure?
Mayer must land with more authority if she expects to sway neutral judges. Cameron, meanwhile, intends to leave no doubt by delivering a more decisive performance this time around.
Paul and Doumbe top the Christmas Eve card
While the Cameron vs Mayer rematch provides championship drama, the rest of the bill delivers intriguing crossover action. Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe headlines the evening in an eight-round cruiserweight contest.
Paul returns to the ring for the first time since his fight against Anthony Joshua. He faces a dangerous striker who built his reputation in world championship kickboxing and mixed martial arts.
Doumbe boasts an impressive kickboxing record of 75-7-1 with 45 knockouts as a two-time Glory champion. He also holds a 6-1 record in MMA under the PFL banner.
Still, Doumbe possesses limited professional boxing experience. His only previous boxing appearance came in 2015, when he defeated Mohamed Fodil on points.
The undercard also features undefeated US Olympian Jahmal Harvey, who holds a 5-0 record with four knockouts. The 2021 amateur world champion meets Scottish contender Craig Morgan (15-1-1) in an eight-round lightweight bout at 135 lbs. Harvey looks to make another emphatic statement as he continues his rapid ascent through the pro ranks.
Fight fans will find out on December 24 whether Mayer exacts her revenge or Cameron cements her supremacy in Dubai.
Source: Sky Sports
