🔗 Share this article Boxer Joseph Parker Faces Imminent Ban Following Failed Anti-Doping Test Joseph Parker tested positive in a doping test conducted the same day he fought in 11th-round defeat to UK boxer Fabio Wardley. The Match Plus the Stakes Fabio Wardley along with the New Zealander were part of a thrilling contest in London in late October to decide who would become mandatory WBO contender against reigning heavyweight king Ukrainian champion Usyk. Joseph Parker was previously the leading contender to meet the champion subsequent to putting together a remarkable six consecutive victories, yet put his contender position at stake in London and endured an 11th-round defeat. Failed Examination Along with Potential Consequences A standard screening given to Parker through the anti-doping organization the day of the match showed an adverse result and now leaves the veteran boxer facing a challenge to demonstrate his cleanliness. The boxer's representatives published a statement stating: "The anti-doping body notified everyone involved regarding Joseph Parker returned an adverse finding following a drug screening conducted on October 25th. While the matter is investigated, no more comments will be made for now." Boxing Journey Joseph Parker was crowned titleholder in 2016 prior to he lost the WBO title through a points decision to Anthony Joshua in Wales 24 months later. Joseph Parker became a frequent visitor across the United Kingdom after that, fighting eight times altogether on UK territory and transferring to Dublin for preparation under highly regarded trainer Andy Lee in recent years. Current Situation Under the tutelage of Lee, the boxer overcame the 2022 setback versus British heavyweight Joyce to achieve several successes which put him at the front of the line to face Usyk prior to he lost to Wardley. Subsequent to Parker returned an adverse finding on the day of the Wardley fight, reportedly for cocaine, an investigation about the test outcome has commenced. Parker tested positive for a banned substance. The test was conducted via the anti-doping agency the day of the bout. The fighter is confronting a potential ban from the sport. His promotional team published a comment confirming the failed examination. A review is now underway into the matter.