Joseph Parker anti-doping case and suspension
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Heavyweight Parker cleared to fight after drugs ban
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Joseph Parker was defeated by Fabio Wardley at London's O2 Arena.
On 25 October 2025, Joseph Parker was defeated by Britain's Fabio Wardley at London's O2 Arena.
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Joseph Parker tested positive for cocaine during a VADA test.
On 25 October 2025, the New Zealander Joseph Parker tested positive for cocaine during a test conducted by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA).
Parker denied knowingly taking any banned or prohibited substances during the process.