In some rather surprising news for a longtime fighter whos been held in high regard as a professional, ESPN is reporting that Queensberry Promotions has confirmed Joseph Parker tested positive for a banned substance on the day of his fight against Fabio Wardley, October 25. The Sun has reported that Parker tested positive for cocaine, although ESPN is clear to mention that it has not been confirmed at this time.
Parker would lose to Wardley last month in the eleventh round in a tremendous fight, when Wardley would unload punches that caused the referee to step in to wave off the fight, even if some disputed the referees decision following the fight.
While Parker has yet to make any substantive comments on the subject just yet, its certainly a bad look and stain on a fighter whos been held in high regard. Well provide more information as it becomes available.