đź”— Share this article New Zealand's Joseph Parker Confronts Possible Suspension Due to Failed Drugs Test Former world champion Parker tested positive as part of a anti-doping examination conducted the same day of his 11th-round loss against UK boxer Ipswich-born Wardley. The Match Plus the Implications The British boxer and the New Zealander engaged in a pulsating bout held in London last October to decide the identity of the next in line for the WBO to reigning heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk. Joseph Parker was previously the primary candidate to meet the champion after compiling an impressive six consecutive victories, however put his contender position on the line in London and endured an 11th-round defeat. Positive Test Along with Potential Consequences A standard screening given to Joseph Parker through Vada the day he fought showed an adverse result and now leaves Parker with a battle to clear his name. Parker's promotional company published an announcement which read: "The agency alerted everyone involved about Parker had a positive result subsequent to a doping test administered on the fight day. While the matter is investigated, no additional comment are forthcoming currently." Boxing Journey Joseph Parker earned the title of heavyweight champion six years ago until he lost his WBO belt via unanimous decision versus British star Joshua in Wales two years later. Joseph Parker became an active participant across the United Kingdom from that point, fighting eight times in total in Britain and moving to the Irish capital for fight camps with respected coach Andy Lee during this period. Recent Developments Coached by Andy Lee, the boxer recovered from the 2022 setback versus Joe Joyce to chalk up multiple wins that placed him front of the queue to challenge Oleksandr Usyk before he lost to the British fighter. After Parker's sample showed a failed test when he fought Wardley, reportedly for cocaine, a probe into the findings has been started. Joseph Parker failed a drug test for an illegal substance. The test took place via the anti-doping agency on the fight day. The fighter now faces disciplinary action from the sport. Queensberry has issued a statement confirming the failed examination. A review has been underway regarding the case.