Joseph Parker, the former WBO heavyweight champion from New Zealand, has had his boxing suspension lifted by UK Anti-Doping and is aiming to return to the ring in the near future. The 34-year-old fighter was provisionally suspended following a routine drug test conducted on the day he lost to Fabio Wardley in October, which revealed the presence of cocaine.

Parker confirmed that the suspension has been revoked and expressed his intention to resume his boxing career promptly. Details surrounding the circumstances of the positive test or any further disciplinary measures were not disclosed. The lifting of the ban clears the way for Parker to pursue upcoming bouts as he looks to rebuild his professional standing after the setback late last year.