🔗 Share this article New Zealand's Joseph Parker Confronts Possible Suspension Following Failed Doping Test Former world champion Parker produced a positive sample as part of a drugs test carried out the very day he fought in 11th-round loss against UK boxer Fabio Wardley. The Match Plus the Stakes Wardley and Parker engaged in an intense contest in London last October to determine the next WBO mandatory challenger to undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Joseph Parker had been the leading contender to meet the champion subsequent to stringing together a remarkable six consecutive victories, however put his mandatory challenger status on the line in the UK and experienced an 11th-round stoppage. Positive Test Along with Possible Outcomes An ordinary examination conducted on Parker through the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency the day he fought returned positive which leaves the 36-year-old in a difficult position to demonstrate his cleanliness. The boxer's representatives released a statement stating: "The agency notified all required parties that Joseph Parker tested positive after an anti-doping test administered on October 25th. During the ongoing inquiry, no further statements are forthcoming for now." Career Background The New Zealand boxer became titleholder six years ago until he was defeated for the WBO title by unanimous decision versus Anthony Joshua in Cardiff in 2018. The fighter became a frequent visitor across the United Kingdom from that point, fighting eight times in total in the UK and moving to the Irish capital for training camps alongside highly regarded trainer Andy Lee during this period. Current Situation Coached by Andy Lee, Joseph Parker overcame his 2022 loss against Joe Joyce to achieve several successes which put him front of the queue to meet the champion prior to he lost against Wardley. Subsequent to the boxer produced a failed test on the day of the Wardley fight, reportedly for cocaine, a probe into the findings is underway. Joseph Parker failed a drug test for a prohibited substance. The screening took place through Vada on the fight day. Joseph Parker now faces a possible suspension from the sport. Queensberry published a statement confirming the positive test. An investigation is currently underway about the situation.