🔗 Share this article Boxer Joseph Parker Faces Imminent Ban Due to Failed Anti-Doping Test Former world champion Parker returned an adverse finding during a drugs test conducted the same day he fought in 11th-round stoppage against British heavyweight Fabio Wardley. The Bout and Its Implications Wardley and Parker engaged in a pulsating encounter staged in the UK capital in late October to establish who would become WBO mandatory challenger against undisputed world heavyweight champion Ukrainian champion Usyk. Joseph Parker was previously the leading contender to face Oleksandr Usyk subsequent to putting together an impressive six consecutive victories, however placed his contender position at stake in the UK and endured an 11th-round stoppage. Failed Examination Along with Possible Outcomes A routine test administered to the boxer via the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency on the day of the bout returned positive which leaves the 36-year-old in a difficult position to clear his name. His promotion team released a communique stating: "The anti-doping body alerted all required parties regarding Joseph Parker had a positive result following a doping test administered on October 25th. While the matter is investigated, no more comments are planned at this time." Boxing Journey Parker became titleholder back in 2016 until he surrendered his championship belt by unanimous decision to Anthony Joshua in Cardiff two years later. Parker became a frequent visitor on British soil since then, fighting eight times overall in the UK and transferring to the Irish capital for training camps alongside highly regarded trainer Andy Lee over the past few years. Current Situation Guided by Lee, the boxer bounced back from his 2022 loss versus British heavyweight Joyce to achieve several successes positioning him front of the queue to challenge Oleksandr Usyk until he was defeated against Wardley. Following Parker's sample showed a failed test during the Wardley bout, reportedly for cocaine, an investigation regarding the results is underway. The boxer tested positive for a banned substance. The screening was conducted through Vada on October 25th. Parker could receive disciplinary action from the sport. His representatives has issued an announcement addressing the positive test. A formal inquiry is currently underway about the situation.