🔗 Share this article Boxer Joseph Parker Faces Potential Suspension Following Failed Doping Test Former world champion Parker produced a positive sample in a anti-doping examination carried out the same day he faced 11th-round stoppage against UK boxer Fabio Wardley. The Bout and Its Implications Wardley and Joseph Parker engaged in a pulsating bout staged in the UK capital on 25 October to establish the identity of the mandatory WBO contender to undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Joseph Parker was previously the leading contender to meet Usyk subsequent to compiling a remarkable six consecutive victories, however put his contender position in jeopardy in the UK and suffered an 11th-round defeat. Positive Test and Possible Outcomes A routine test given to the boxer through Vada the day he fought came back positive which leaves the 36-year-old with a battle to prove his innocence. His promotion team released a communique stating: "The anti-doping body alerted all relevant parties about Parker had a positive result subsequent to an anti-doping test carried out on the fight day. While the matter is investigated, no more comments will be made for now." Professional History Joseph Parker was crowned world champion six years ago before he surrendered his WBO belt via unanimous decision to Anthony Joshua in Wales two years later. The fighter has been a regular competitor across the United Kingdom since then, having eight matches altogether in the UK and moving to the Irish capital for training camps under respected coach former champion Lee in recent years. Recent Developments Under the tutelage of Lee, Joseph Parker bounced back from his 2022 loss versus Joe Joyce to secure a string of victories which put him as the top contender to challenge Oleksandr Usyk before he was defeated to the British fighter. Subsequent to Parker returned a failed test when he fought Wardley, reportedly for cocaine, an inquiry into the findings is underway. The boxer tested positive for a prohibited substance. The examination took place via the anti-doping agency on October 25th. The fighter could receive a possible suspension from the sport. His representatives released an announcement acknowledging the positive test. A formal inquiry has been ongoing regarding the case.