Ben Whittaker’s career has taken a drastic turn since his last fight against Liam Cameron ended with the pair falling through the ropes, and the fight ending prematurely. In order to save his reputation, fans believe Ben Whittaker’s next fight must be a rematch with Liam Cameron, but a new social media post casts doubt on the fight.
Ben Whittaker has been marketed as one of Boxxer’s golden prospects, so much so that when he faced 23-6 Liam Cameron, who had run a close fight with Lyndon Arthur, his reputation took a serious hit. Whittaker did not seem his usual cocky self in the fight, which was staged on the undercard of Bivol vs Beterbiev, and lost rounds to the Sheffield fighter before the controversial incident occurred.
The incident saw the pair back up onto the ropes clinched together, before falling out of the ring. Whittaker began to complain of an injured ankle, and the fight was taken to the scorecards early. A technical decision saw the fight end in a draw, though many believe in the six rounds we saw, Cameron was getting the better of Whittaker.
The Controversial First Encounter
The initial clash between Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron took place on October 12, 2024, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the undercard for the highly anticipated Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol undisputed light heavyweight title fight. Whittaker, an Olympic silver medallist from the 2020 Tokyo Games and a rising star with an undefeated professional record of 8-0, was expected to showcase his flamboyant style and technical mastery. However, the fight against the more experienced Liam Cameron, who entered with a record of 23-6, proved to be far more challenging than many anticipated.
Cameron, a former Commonwealth middleweight champion who debuted professionally in 2009, had recently given Lyndon Arthur a competitive fight, losing by split decision in June 2024. His rugged style and ability to absorb punishment made him a tough opponent for Whittaker. In their first encounter, Whittaker started strong, displaying his slick movement and sharp punches, but Cameron steadily worked his way into the fight by the fourth round.
The dramatic conclusion arrived at the end of the fifth round when, during a clinch, both fighters tumbled over the top rope and onto the ring apron. Whittaker immediately complained of an injury to his right foot or leg and was deemed unable to continue by ringside doctors. As per the rules, the fight went to the judges’ scorecards after five completed rounds, resulting in a split decision technical draw. The scores read 58-57 for Whittaker, 58-57 for Cameron, and 58-58, highlighting the competitive nature of the bout. Cameron remained in the ring, while Whittaker left in a wheelchair. Following the unsatisfactory ending, Cameron expressed his belief that Whittaker “didn’t want no more” and that he had been getting the better of the Olympic medallist. The incident and the outcome significantly impacted Whittaker’s carefully cultivated image, with some fans dubbing him ‘Ben Quittaker’.
Ben Whittaker Next Fight Won’t Be Liam Cameron… Or Will It?
As a result of the unsatisfactory ending, and the competitive nature of the fight, fans and fighters alike believed Liam Cameron deserved a rematch. However, since the fight ended, until recently, Whittaker had been radio silent.
The only instance of Whittaker in the news was when he broke a fan’s phone for filming him following the fight.
In a social media post, Liam Cameron tweeted, ‘We doing this rematch or what? My promoter has made you a very very good offer for this fight – your promoter has knocked it back immediately saying he wants it on a Boxxer show so tell him to get his wallet out and let’s dance’.
This clearly indicated the pair’s promoters – Queensberry and Boxxer, were having trouble coming to an agreement on who would stage the rematch. It was possible that if an agreement couldn’t be made, Whittaker might seek a different fight.
It was unclear, however, where else Whittaker could go, as his reputation would remain damaged if his next fight was not the Cameron rematch, with many referring to the Olympic medallist as ‘Ben Quittaker’.
The Rematch and Its Aftermath
Despite the initial promotional hurdles, the highly anticipated rematch between Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron was indeed scheduled and took place on April 20, 2025, at the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham, England. This time, Whittaker left no doubt about the outcome, securing a technical knockout victory over Cameron in the second round at 1:53.
The fight saw Whittaker leading the dance early, utilizing his jab and movement to control the distance. In the second round, after Cameron began to apply pressure, Whittaker landed a powerful right overhand that visibly wobbled his opponent. Whittaker then unleashed a barrage of punches, pinning Cameron against the ropes, prompting referee Howard Foster to step in and stop the contest. While some observers, including commentators, felt the stoppage might have been premature, arguing that many of Whittaker’s follow-up punches hit Cameron’s gloves, Cameron’s legs were clearly unsteady.
The post-fight scenes were as dramatic as the fight itself. Whittaker, riding an emotional rollercoaster, was seen sobbing in his corner, an outpouring of emotion after the intense build-up and pressure. However, he also ran to Cameron’s corner, mocking his opponent’s coaches, which led to accusations of “classless” behaviour and even spitting. Whittaker denied intentionally spitting, attributing any saliva to “roaring like a lion”. Cameron’s trainer, Grant Smith, later confirmed that Whittaker did not spit at him or his team. This victory improved Whittaker’s professional record to 9-0-1 (6 KOs), while Cameron’s record moved to 23-7-1 (10 KOs).
Implications for the Light Heavyweight Division
The two fights between Ben Whittaker and Liam Cameron had significant implications for both fighters and the light heavyweight division. For Ben Whittaker, the initial draw was a major setback for a prospect who had been meticulously built up by Boxxer. He had previously won the IBF International light-heavyweight title by defeating Ezra Arenyeka in June 2024. The decisive TKO victory in the rematch, however, allowed him to silence many of his critics and regain momentum. Following the rematch, Whittaker signed a long-term contract with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing in October 2025. He continued his impressive run by stopping Benjamin Gavazi in the first round on November 29, 2025, to claim the vacant WBC Silver light-heavyweight title. Most recently, Whittaker secured another first-round knockout against Braian Nahuel Suarez on April 18, 2026, bringing his undefeated record to 11-0-1 with 8 KOs. Whittaker, known as “The Surgeon” for his precision and showmanship, is now scheduled to face Richard Rivera on June 27, 2026, as he continues his ascent towards world championship contention.
For Liam Cameron, despite the loss in the rematch, the high-profile nature of the Whittaker fights has paradoxically raised his profile. Cameron, who had faced a five-year suspension earlier in his career due to a failed drug test in 2018, has found a new lease on his boxing life. After the Whittaker rematch, he secured a unanimous decision victory over Troy Jones on November 1, 2025. His most recent outing saw him lose by TKO in the fourth round to Bradley Rea on May 9, 2026. Cameron’s current professional record stands at 24-8-1 (10 KOs). While he doesn’t currently have a fight scheduled, his involvement in such talked-about bouts ensures he remains a recognized name in the domestic light heavyweight scene.
Cameron now sits at 24-8-1, and Whittaker 11-0-1
