Chantelle Cameron and Mikaela Mayer clash in a unified super welterweight world championship rematch on Thursday, December 24, at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This highly anticipated bout will serve as the co-main event for Most Valuable Promotions’ (MVP) Christmas Eve spectacle, featuring Jake Paul against Cédric Doumbé.
The announcement by MVP on November 13, 2026, confirms a return to the ring for these pound-for-pound stars, just four months after their thrilling first encounter. Cameron will defend her WBO, WBA, and WBC super welterweight titles against Mayer, who is determined to reclaim the belts she lost in their initial August showdown.
Chantelle Cameron Mikaela Mayer Rematch Set for Unified Super Welterweight Titles
The upcoming 10-round contest is a direct consequence of their August 29, 2026, clash in Birmingham, England, where Chantelle Cameron secured a unanimous decision victory over Mikaela Mayer. That fight, which many hailed as a “Fight of the Year” contender, saw Cameron unify three world championships at 154 pounds, also claiming The Ring belt.
Cameron, with a professional record of 23-1 (8 KOs), enters this rematch as the reigning unified champion. She’s an ESPN #3 and Ring #2 pound-for-pound boxer, determined to solidify her dominance in the super welterweight division. Mayer, whose record stands at 22-3 (5 KOs), is a three-division world champion and the reigning WBO 147-pound champion.
She ranks #9 by ESPN and #5 by Ring in the pound-for-pound lists, making this a true clash of elite talent.
Both fighters have expressed their eagerness for this second bout. “We agreed to the rematch before the first fight, so we both kept our word, and now the rematch is on the biggest stage in boxing,” Cameron stated. Mayer, equally confident, vowed, “I’m taking my belts back on December 24th,” acknowledging she didn’t perform to her highest potential in their first encounter.
Paul vs Doumbé Tops Dubai’s Christmas Eve Card
The co-main event featuring Cameron and Mayer adds significant boxing pedigree to a card already headlined by the high-profile matchup between YouTube sensation Jake Paul and former kickboxing champion Cédric Doumbé. This main event will see Paul (12-2, 7 KOs) return to the ring after his December 2025 sixth-round knockout loss to Anthony Joshua, which reportedly left him with a broken jaw.
Paul faces a formidable challenge in Doumbé (1-0 boxing, 75-7-1 kickboxing, 6-1 MMA), a two-time GLORY kickboxing world champion and PFL MMA contender. The eight-round cruiserweight bout, contested with 10-ounce gloves, marks Paul’s first professional fight in Dubai.
He has publicly stated he would retire if he loses this fight, adding immense pressure to the contest. Jake Paul vows boxing retirement if he cannot overcome Doumbé, amplifying the stakes.
The entire “Christmas Eve Spectacle” is presented in partnership with the Dubai Sports Council and the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. This collaboration underscores Dubai’s growing ambition to establish itself as a premier global hub for combat sports, attracting world-class events and top-tier athletes.
Supporting Bouts Feature Rising Talent and Veteran Debuts
Beyond the two headline attractions, the December 24 card boasts several other compelling matchups. Most Valuable Promotions’ undefeated U.S. Olympian and amateur world champion Jahmal Harvey (5-0, 4 KOs) is slated to return. The 23-year-old lightweight, an Oxon Hill, Maryland native, will face Scotland’s Craig Morgan (15-1-1) in an eight-round contest at 135 pounds.
Harvey, a 10-time national champion and 2021 world champion, is considered one of American boxing’s brightest prospects.
In a heavyweight clash that has stirred considerable interest, Dutch powerhouse Alistair Overeem will make his professional boxing debut. The former Strikeforce heavyweight champion and K-1 World Grand Prix winner, known for his extensive MMA career, steps into the boxing ring against British knockout artist and former UFC light heavyweight contender Jimi Manuwa.
Manuwa, who holds a 1-0 (1 KO) boxing record, also brings significant combat sports experience to the six-round bout.
Also confirmed for the card is unified IBF/WBO Middleweight Champion Tamm Thibeault, making her first title defense against an opponent yet to be announced. This diverse undercard ensures a full night of high-stakes action across various weight classes and disciplines.
Chantelle Cameron’s Journey to Double Division Glory
Chantelle “Il Capo” Cameron has steadily built a reputation as one of women’s boxing’s most accomplished fighters. Her professional journey began in May 2017, and she quickly rose through the ranks, winning the IBO 135lb lightweight world title by stoppage in just her fifth pro fight. She later became an undisputed champion at 140 pounds, unifying the WBC, IBF, and Ring Magazine titles.
Cameron successfully defended her undisputed crown against Ireland’s Katie Taylor in May 2023, though a subsequent rematch in November 2023 resulted in a majority decision loss to Taylor. Undeterred, Cameron moved up to the 154-pound super welterweight division, where she defeated Michaela Kotaskova in April 2026 to claim the vacant WBO title.
Her victory over Mikaela Mayer in August 2026 further solidified her status, making her a unified champion in a second weight class.
Mikaela Mayer’s Drive to Reclaim Dominance
Mikaela Mayer, a 2016 U.S. Olympian, embarked on her professional career with an impressive 17-0 record, earning multiple super featherweight world titles and establishing herself as a constant in pound-for-pound discussions. Her perfect record was broken in a 2022 split decision loss to Alycia Baumgardner while contending for the undisputed super featherweight title. Alycia Baumgardner wins IBF title, highlighting the competitive landscape.
Mayer continued to pursue greatness, securing her second two-weight world championship in September 2024 by defeating WBO welterweight world champion Sandy Ryan via majority decision. A subsequent unanimous decision victory over Ryan further cemented her prowess.
She then conquered a third weight class in October 2025, dominating Mary Spencer to capture the WBA, WBC, and WBO junior middleweight titles, before facing Cameron in their first monumental bout.
Dubai Cementing its Place in Combat Sports
The decision by Most Valuable Promotions to stage such a high-caliber event in Dubai reflects a broader trend of the city investing heavily in and attracting major international sports spectacles. This “Christmas Eve Spectacle” is more than just a fight card; it’s a strategic move to position Dubai as a leading destination for combat sports globally.
The combination of marquee names like Jake Paul, Cédric Doumbé, Chantelle Cameron, and Mikaela Mayer, alongside rising talents and MMA veterans, creates a diverse appeal for fight fans worldwide. It promises not only competitive action but also a festive atmosphere, leveraging the holiday season for maximum viewership and engagement.
As the global boxing landscape evolves, events like these in non-traditional boxing strongholds underscore the sport’s expanding reach and commercial ambition.
