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Former heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker has told British anti-doping authorities that cocaine use by a member of his team led to a failed drug test following his October bout with Fabio Wardley.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 6

Parker Cleared After Three-Month Cocaine Suspension

Heavyweight Joseph Parker has been cleared to resume fighting after completing a three-month suspension tied to a positive cocaine test. The New Zealand contender tested positive for a banned substance earlier this year, with the finding later traced to contaminated nutritional products provided by a member of his team, ESPN reports.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 6

Parker Confirms Return After Cocaine Suspension

Joseph Parker will return to the ring after the British Boxing Board of Control lifted his provisional suspension stemming from a positive cocaine test last October.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / August 5

Parker Is Back After Doping Ban Lifted

Joseph Parker (33-3, 21 KOs) is back after the UK Anti-Doping lifted the provisional suspension that kept the former WBO heavyweight champion out of the ring for more than seven months, with the New Zealander confirming he expects to return soon.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 7

Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois: Preview, Prediction & Latest Betting Odds

We are just days away from a WBO heavyweight title fight between champion Fabio Wardley (20-0-1, 19 KOs) and former IBF world champion Daniel Dubois (22-3, 21 KOs), live from the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, England, on DAZN.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / April 24

Dillian Whyte Wants the Joseph Parker Fight, Albeit With A Warmup

It has been a considerable amount of time since Dillian Whyte (31-4, 21 KOs) made an appearance inside the ring. But it sure doesn’t mean his heart has left the ring; in fact, according to him, it now yearns for a showdown against heavyweight superstar Joseph Parker (36-4, 24 KOs).

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 16

Joseph Parker Appeals VADA Failure

Joseph Parker has filed an appeal following a positive cocaine test on the night of his WBO interim heavyweight title loss to Fabio Wardley. The filing comes before any specific suspension period has been finalized by the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC).

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 15

What’s Next For Joseph Parker After Failed VADA Test?

Former WBO Heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker tested positive for cocaine on the day of his Fabio Wardley fight, as he will likely face disciplinary action. Reports indicate that Parker’s failed Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency (VADA) test on October 25 showed that cocaine was in his system.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / November 14

Ex-world champ Joseph Parker faces ban after failed drug test

Former heavyweight champion Joseph Parker faces a possible ban from boxing after reportedly testing positive for cocaine. The 33-year-old New Zealander failed a drug test after his most recent fight on Oct.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 28

Teddy Atlas Gives Honest Take On Controversial Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley Finish

Joseph Parker and Fabio Wardley were the headline act in London on Saturday night as the heavyweight contenders competed in a bout scheduled for 12 rounds.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 27

Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley: The Damaging Impact of Howard Foster’s Decisions

It is, perhaps, a fruitless endeavor to demand that Howard Foster be fired or fined in the wake of yet another controversial stoppage. The reality is far more disheartening and rooted in the very fabric of the sport itself—boxing, at its core, is an institution riddled with corruption.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 27

Was The Parker Vs. Wardley Stoppage Right?

Joseph Parker was unhappy with the referee Howard Foster for stopping his fight against Fabio Wardley in the 11th, but was it the right decision? Parker found himself trapped on the ropes, with Wardley throwing numerous flurries.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 26

Fabio Wardley Shocks Joseph Parker In Knockout Victory

LONDON — Fabio Wardley pulled off one of the most dramatic victories in recent British heavyweight history Saturday night, stopping former world champion Joseph Parker in the 11th round at the O2 Arena to book his ticket to an undisputed world title shot against Oleksandr Usyk.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 25

Fans Outraged At Referee As Fabio Wardley Stops Joseph Parker In Massive Upset

Fabio Wardley pulled off a massive upset as he stopped Joseph Parker in the 11th round of the interim WBO heavyweight title fight at the O2 Arena on October 25.

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Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 25

Fabio Wardley Reminds Everyone of Never Being ‘Beaten’ As Joseph Parker Comes 20 lbs Heavier

Joseph Parker (36-3, 24 KOs) and Fabio Wardley (19-0, 18 KOs) are gearing up to fight it out for Parker’s interim WBO title. With an enticing follow-up fight in the books, the duo will leave no stone unturned in reminding everyone that they “belong” in the division.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 24

Is ‘RING Pass’ The Final Straw For Boxing’s Frustrating PPV Model?

The topic of pay-per-view (PPV) in boxing continues to drive debates and podcasts across social media. Why you ask? The economy here in the U.S. continues to raise prices on everything, but wages remain the same, making things like consuming sports less of a priority.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 24

Joseph Parker: ‘Not Really Thinking About Losing’

Joseph Parker (36-3, 24 KOs) and Fabio Wardley (19-0-1, 18 KOs) are all set to fight it out for Parker’s interim WBO title at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 23

Joseph Parker snubs Anthony Joshua and the only man to KO him while naming the most powerful puncher

Joseph Parker dominated the fighter he sees as boxing’s hardest hitter. Parker has fought some of the heavyweight division’s best across an illustrious 39-fight career thus far, including former two-time WBC champion Anthony Joshua, Chinese powerhouse Zhilei Zhang, and knockout phenom Martin Bakole.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 11

Joseph Parker Eyes December Return Offers to Fight Moses Itauma if Wardley Goes Well

Former WBO world champion Joseph Parker has offered to step in and fight Moses Itauma on Dec. 13 provided his upcoming clash with Fabio Wardley goes to plan.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / September 16, 2025

DAZN Announces The PPV Price For Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley on October 25

The heavyweight battle between Joseph Parker (36-3, 24 KOs)and Fabio Wardley (19-0-1, 18 KOs), scheduled for October 25, has been announced as taking place on DAZN PPV.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 11, 2025

Parker vs Wardley: Can ‘White Collar’ Wardley Do It Again?

It was the kind of scene that belongs more to cinema than sport: a boxing ring glistening like a wet street under Ipswich rain, the crowd's faces shining under the stadium lights.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 5, 2025

Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley: A World Title Fight In The Making?

Heavyweights Joseph Parker and Fabio Wardley are headed to the Docklands. The two are close to finalizing a showdown set for October 25, 2025 at London’s O2 Arena.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / August 19, 2025

Oleksandr Usyk’s Team Explains Extension Request Amid WBO Deadline for Parker Fight

Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has requested an extension from the WBO. As negotiations continue for a potential clash with interim champion Joseph Parker.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 25, 2025

WBO Orders Oleksandr Usyk To Fight Joseph Parker

Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs), fresh off his historic fifth round TKO win over Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on July 19, has been instructed by the World Boxing Organization to negotiate a defense of his WBO title.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / July 24, 2025

WBO Orders Oleksandr Usyk To Defend Undisputed Title Against Joseph Parker

Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has been ordered by the WBO to begin negotiations for a mandatory title defense against Joseph Parker. Usyk successfully regained his undisputed title, winning all four belts with a 5th-round TKO victory over Daniel Dubois on July 19 at Wembley Stadium in London.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 20, 2025

Joseph Parker’s Legendary Call-Out: The Greatest In Boxing History?

Joseph Parker is enjoying one of the finest moments of his boxing career, fresh off a devastating knockout victory over the highly feared Martin Bakole.