đź”— Share this article Boxer Joseph Parker Could Receive Imminent Ban Due to Positive Drugs Test Joseph Parker returned an adverse finding in a drugs test carried out the same day he fought in 11th-round loss against English fighter Fabio Wardley. The Fight and Its Consequences Fabio Wardley together with Joseph Parker engaged in an intense bout staged in the UK capital on 25 October to establish who would become next in line for the WBO against undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Parker had been the leading contender to face Usyk after putting together a remarkable six-fight winning streak, yet placed his shot at the title in jeopardy during the bout and experienced a stoppage in round eleven. Positive Test Along with Possible Outcomes A standard screening given to Joseph Parker via the anti-doping organization on the day of the bout showed an adverse result which leaves the 36-year-old facing a challenge to demonstrate his cleanliness. His promotion team released a communique declaring: "The agency informed all required parties regarding Joseph Parker had a positive result subsequent to a drug screening carried out on the 25th October. While the matter is investigated, no more comments will be made currently." Professional History The New Zealand boxer earned the title of world champion six years ago prior to he lost the WBO title through a points decision versus Anthony Joshua in Cardiff 24 months later. The fighter remained an active participant on British soil after that, fighting eight times altogether on UK territory and transferring to Ireland for training camps alongside esteemed mentor former champion Lee in recent years. Recent Developments Under the tutelage of Lee, Parker recovered from his defeat in 2022 against Joe Joyce to secure multiple wins which put him at the front of the line to meet the champion prior to he was defeated to the British fighter. After Parker's sample showed a failed test on the day of the Wardley fight, reportedly for cocaine, an inquiry about the test outcome has been started. The boxer failed a drug test for a prohibited substance. The examination was conducted via the anti-doping agency the day of the bout. The fighter could receive a potential ban from boxing. His promotional team released a comment addressing the adverse finding. A formal inquiry is now ongoing regarding the case.