đź”— Share this article Boxer Joseph Parker Faces Possible Disqualification After Failed Anti-Doping Test Joseph Parker produced a positive sample during a doping test conducted the same day he faced 11th-round stoppage to British heavyweight Fabio Wardley. The Fight and Its Consequences Wardley along with Joseph Parker participated in a thrilling contest in London in late October to establish the next mandatory WBO contender against unified heavyweight titleholder Oleksandr Usyk. Joseph Parker had positioned himself as the leading contender to challenge the champion subsequent to putting together a notable six wins in a row, but placed his contender position on the line during the bout and experienced an 11th-round stoppage. Positive Test Plus Implications A standard screening administered to Joseph Parker via the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency the day of the match returned positive and leaves Parker with a battle to demonstrate his cleanliness. Parker's promotional company published a statement which read: "The anti-doping body notified all relevant parties about Parker had a positive result after a doping test conducted on October 25th. As the investigation continues, no more comments are forthcoming for now." Professional History Parker was crowned world champion six years ago prior to he surrendered his championship belt via unanimous decision versus Anthony Joshua in Wales 24 months later. Joseph Parker has been a regular competitor across the United Kingdom since then, fighting eight times altogether in the UK and moving to the Irish capital for training camps under esteemed mentor Andy Lee over the past few years. Latest Events Coached by Andy Lee, Joseph Parker overcame his defeat in 2022 to Joe Joyce to achieve multiple wins positioning him at the front of the line to challenge Oleksandr Usyk before he suffered defeat to Wardley. Following Parker's sample showed a positive test during the Wardley bout, reportedly involving cocaine, an investigation regarding the results has been started. Joseph Parker tested positive for a banned substance. The screening was conducted through Vada on October 25th. Parker is confronting a possible suspension from the sport. His representatives has issued a comment acknowledging the failed examination. A review has been underway regarding the case.