Boxer Joseph Parker Faces Potential Disqualification Due to Failed Drugs Test
Former world champion Parker tested positive during a drugs test carried out on the day he faced 11th-round defeat against English fighter Ipswich-born Wardley.
The Bout Plus the Implications
The British boxer along with Parker were part of a pulsating contest held in London last October to determine who would become WBO mandatory challenger to undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.
Joseph Parker was previously next in line to face Usyk following stringing together a remarkable six-fight winning streak, but risked his mandatory challenger status on the line during the bout and endured a stoppage in round eleven.
Failed Examination Along with Possible Outcomes
A routine test given to Parker via the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency the day of the match came back positive which leaves the veteran boxer with a battle to clear his name.
His promotion team published a statement which read: "Vada alerted all relevant parties about Parker had a positive result following an anti-doping test conducted on the fight day. As the investigation continues, no further statements are planned at this time."
Boxing Journey
The New Zealand boxer earned the title of heavyweight champion in 2016 prior to he was defeated for his WBO belt through a points decision to Anthony Joshua in Wales two years later.
The fighter remained a regular competitor in the UK from that point, having eight matches altogether in the UK and transferring to Dublin for fight camps under esteemed mentor Andy Lee in recent years.
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Under the tutelage of Lee, Parker overcame the 2022 setback versus Joe Joyce to achieve multiple wins positioning him as the top contender to face the champion prior to he was defeated to Wardley.
Subsequent to the boxer produced a positive test on the day of the Wardley fight, allegedly for cocaine, an investigation about the test outcome has commenced.
- The boxer tested positive for a banned substance.
- The examination was conducted via the anti-doping agency the day of the bout.
- The fighter now faces a possible suspension from competition.
- His representatives has issued a statement acknowledging the positive test.
- An investigation has been underway about the situation.
