🔗 Share this article Joseph Parker Confronts Imminent Ban Following Positive Doping Test The New Zealand heavyweight returned an adverse finding during a anti-doping examination carried out the same day he fought in 11th-round stoppage to UK boxer Fabio Wardley. The Bout and Its Implications The British boxer together with Joseph Parker were part of a pulsating encounter in London last October to decide the identity of the mandatory WBO contender facing unified heavyweight titleholder Oleksandr Usyk. The fighter had been the leading contender to challenge the champion after stringing together a remarkable six-fight winning streak, but put his shot at the title on the line in London and experienced a stoppage in round eleven. Adverse Finding and Potential Consequences An ordinary examination given to Joseph Parker via Vada the day of the match came back positive and now leaves the 36-year-old facing a challenge to demonstrate his cleanliness. Parker's promotional company issued an announcement declaring: "The anti-doping body notified all required parties that Joseph Parker returned an adverse finding subsequent to an anti-doping test carried out on October 25th. During the ongoing inquiry, no more comments are forthcoming currently." Boxing Journey Joseph Parker earned the title of heavyweight champion six years ago until he surrendered the WBO title through a points decision to Anthony Joshua in Wales in 2018. The fighter became an active participant in the UK after that, competing in eight bouts altogether in the UK and relocating to Dublin for preparation alongside highly regarded trainer former champion Lee during this period. Current Situation Guided by Lee, the boxer recovered from his 2022 loss versus British heavyweight Joyce to achieve several successes positioning him as the top contender to meet the champion prior to he was defeated against Wardley. After the boxer produced an adverse finding on the day of the Wardley fight, reportedly involving cocaine, an investigation into the findings has been started. The boxer tested positive for a prohibited substance. The screening was administered via the anti-doping agency on the fight day. Joseph Parker is confronting a possible suspension from competition. His promotional team released a comment acknowledging the positive test. A formal inquiry has been ongoing regarding the case.