Joseph Parker Could Receive Potential Ban Following Failed Drugs Test
Former world champion Parker returned an adverse finding as part of a drugs test administered the same day of his 11th-round stoppage to UK boxer Ipswich-born Wardley.
The Fight Along with Its Implications
The British boxer along with Joseph Parker were part of a pulsating contest staged in the UK capital on 25 October to establish who would become WBO mandatory challenger against unified heavyweight titleholder Oleksandr Usyk.
Joseph Parker had positioned himself as the leading contender to meet the champion subsequent to putting together a remarkable six-fight winning streak, however put his shot at the title on the line during the bout and endured an 11th-round defeat.
Failed Examination Plus Possible Outcomes
A standard screening conducted on Joseph Parker through the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency the day of the match returned positive which leaves Parker with a battle to clear his name.
The boxer's representatives released an announcement declaring: "The anti-doping body notified everyone involved about Parker tested positive subsequent to an anti-doping test administered on the 25th October. As the investigation continues, no additional comment are forthcoming at this time."
Professional History
The New Zealand boxer earned the title of world champion back in 2016 prior to he lost his WBO belt via unanimous decision against British star Joshua in Wales 24 months later.
The fighter remained a regular competitor on British soil since then, competing in eight bouts altogether in Britain and moving to the Irish capital for preparation under highly regarded trainer former champion Lee in recent years.
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Guided by Lee, Joseph Parker bounced back from the 2022 setback against Joe Joyce to chalk up multiple wins positioning him front of the queue to meet the champion prior to he lost to the British fighter.
Following Parker returned a failed test when he fought Wardley, reportedly involving cocaine, an inquiry about the test outcome has commenced.
- Joseph Parker returned an adverse finding for a prohibited substance.
- The examination took place through Vada on the fight day.
- The fighter now faces disciplinary action from boxing.
- His representatives released a statement confirming the failed examination.
- A review has been ongoing into the matter.