🔗 Share this article Joseph Parker Could Receive Imminent Ban Following Positive Doping Test Former world champion Parker returned an adverse finding during a anti-doping examination administered on the day he faced 11th-round stoppage against British heavyweight Fabio Wardley. The Bout Plus the Implications Wardley together with the New Zealander were part of a thrilling bout held in London in late October to establish the identity of the mandatory WBO contender facing reigning heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk. Parker had been the primary candidate to face Oleksandr Usyk subsequent to putting together a notable six-fight winning streak, however put his contender position in jeopardy in London and experienced a stoppage in round eleven. Positive Test Plus Possible Outcomes A standard screening conducted on Joseph Parker through the anti-doping organization on the day of the bout showed an adverse result and leaves Parker in a difficult position to prove his innocence. Parker's promotional company published an announcement declaring: "The anti-doping body informed all relevant parties regarding Joseph Parker tested positive after a doping test administered on the 25th October. As the investigation continues, no more comments will be made at this time." Career Background Joseph Parker earned the title of world champion back in 2016 until he lost the WBO title by unanimous decision versus Anthony Joshua in Wales 24 months later. Parker has been an active participant across the United Kingdom after that, competing in eight bouts overall in the UK and transferring to Dublin for training camps under highly regarded trainer former champion Lee over the past few years. Recent Developments Coached by Andy Lee, Parker overcame his defeat in 2022 to Joe Joyce to achieve multiple wins positioning him at the front of the line to meet Oleksandr Usyk until he was defeated to the British fighter. After Parker's sample showed an adverse finding during the Wardley bout, reportedly for cocaine, an investigation about the test outcome is underway. The boxer failed a drug test for a prohibited substance. The examination was administered through Vada on the fight day. The fighter now faces a possible suspension from the sport. Queensberry released a statement confirming the positive test. An investigation has been underway into the matter.