Joseph Parker è risultato positivo alla cocaina nel test antidoping VADA effettuato nel giorno del suo match contro Fabio Wardley.

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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. This is not merely a reflection of a single referee's judgment but of the sport’s perennial flaws —a system where outcomes, not always dictated by merit, are often shaped by agendas and power dynamics. It’s high time that both enthusiasts and critics alike come to terms with the sport's enduring imperfections and recognize it for what it truly is, rather than what we might hope it to be.

A chaotic scene unfolded at the O2 Arena on Saturday night as a massive fight broke out among spectators following the main event of the Parker vs Wardley card. World Boxing News understands the scuffle occurred at the conclusion of the eleventh round stoppage, prompting security to intervene after a group of men began battering each other, putting nearby fans at risk. Video of the brawl is widely circulating on social media. Parker vs Wardley Crowd Brawl Erupts The incident took place on the floor level, just a few rows back from where promoters and fighter teams were seated, creating a tense and dangerous situation. Fortunately, extra security — a staple at modern boxing events — was on hand to quickly restore order. Fights among spectators are an unfortunate but common feature of boxing shows. The combination of alcohol, other substances, and heightened testosterone levels often contributes to heated confrontations, making the presence of trained security personnel essential for fan safety. The scuffle overshadowed an already controversial finish to the main event. Referee Howard Foster stopped the bout as Fabio Wardley fired off 23 unanswered punches. Joseph Parker managed only a single, missed shot, which still prompted fans to debate the legitimacy of the TKO. Fabio Wardley landed 23 unanswered punches before the finish 💥💥💥💥 — World Boxing News (@WorldBoxingNews) October 26, 2025 Wardley Earns Crack at Usyk Amid Fan Outcry The standout victory propelled Fabio Wardley into WBO and WBA Interim Champion status, also making him the mandatory challenger to undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk. However, some fans voiced frustration that Parker, previously the mandatory challenger, was “screwed” out of a clear world title opportunity. WBO President Gustavo Olivieri addressed the controversy directly, stating that the mandatory rules were correctly followed. “We enforced the mandatory accordingly; however, Usyk is unavailable due to injury; consequently, Parker decided to proceed with a voluntary bout vs. Wardley. Please review the record. Thank you.” A brawl breaks out after Fabio Wardley stops Joseph Parker at the O2 Arena. #ParkerWardley #Boxing 😲 pic.twitter.com/3ErD4asTu1 — World Boxing News (@WorldBoxingNews) October 27, 2025 While social media users debated Parker’s voluntary decision and the timing of the fight, Olivieri’s clarification confirmed that the New Zealand star’s loss was entirely a result of his own choice, not a breach of mandatory regulations. The episode highlights the volatile nature of boxing politics, where high-stakes voluntary fights can derail career plans — and why fan outrage often accompanies controversial stoppages. About the Author Phil Jay is a veteran boxing journalist with over 15 years of experience covering the global fight scene. As Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN) since 2010, Jay has interviewed dozens of world champions and reported ringside on boxing’s biggest nights. [View all articles by Phil Jay] and learn more about his work in combat sports journalism.

A chaotic scene unfolded at the O2 Arena on Saturday night as a massive fight broke out among spectators following the main event of the Parker vs Wardley card. World Boxing News understands the scuffle occurred at the conclusion of the eleventh round stoppage, prompting security to intervene after a group of men began battering each other, putting nearby fans at risk. Video of the brawl is widely circulating on social media. Parker vs Wardley Crowd Brawl Erupts The incident took place on the floor level, just a few rows back from where promoters and fighter teams were seated, creating a tense and dangerous situation. Fortunately, extra security — a staple at modern boxing events — was on hand to quickly restore order. Fights among spectators are an unfortunate but common feature of boxing shows. The combination of alcohol, other substances, and heightened testosterone levels often contributes to heated confrontations, making the presence of trained security personnel essential for fan safety. The scuffle overshadowed an already controversial finish to the main event. Referee Howard Foster stopped the bout as Fabio Wardley fired off 23 unanswered punches. Joseph Parker managed only a single, missed shot, which still prompted fans to debate the legitimacy of the TKO. Wardley Earns Crack at Usyk Amid Fan Outcry The standout victory propelled Fabio Wardley into WBO and WBA Interim Champion status, also making him the mandatory challenger to undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk. However, some fans voiced frustration that Parker, previously the mandatory challenger, was “screwed” out of a clear world title opportunity. WBO President Gustavo Olivieri addressed the controversy directly, stating that the mandatory rules were correctly followed. “We enforced the mandatory accordingly; however, Usyk is unavailable due to injury; consequently, Parker decided to proceed with a voluntary bout vs. Wardley. Please review the record. Thank you.” While social media users debated Parker’s voluntary decision and the timing of the fight, Olivieri’s clarification confirmed that the New Zealand star’s loss was entirely a result of his own choice, not a breach of mandatory regulations. The episode highlights the volatile nature of boxing politics, where high-stakes voluntary fights can derail career plans — and why fan outrage often accompanies controversial stoppages. About the Author Phil Jay is a veteran boxing journalist with over 15 years of experience covering the global fight scene. As Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN) since 2010, Jay has interviewed dozens of world champions and reported ringside on boxing’s biggest nights. [View all articles by Phil Jay] and learn more about his work in combat sports journalism.

WBO President Gustavo Olivieri has delivered a stinging rebuttal to fan claims that Joseph Parker was “screwed” out of a mandatory world title shot just before his shocking TKO loss to Fabio Wardley. The TKO not only derailed Parker’s immediate world title ambitions but simultaneously propelled Fabio Wardley into the new WBO and WBA Interim Champion and mandatory challenger to undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk. Official Rebuttal: Mandatory Rules Were Followed In a direct tweet addressing the widespread criticism from boxing fans, Olivieri clarified the organization’s position, asserting that the claims were misleading: “Sir, your post is misleading. We enforced the mandatory accordingly; however, Usyk is unavailable due to injury; consequently, Parker decided to proceed with a voluntary bout vs. Wardley. Please review the record. Thank you.” Sir, your post is misleading. We enforced the mandatory accordingly; however, Usyk is unavailable due to injury; Consequently, Parker decided to proceed with a voluntary bout vs. Wardley. Please review the record. Thank you. https://t.co/ZoBRmASUlc — Gustavo Olivieri, Esq. (@OlivieriLaw) October 26, 2025 The powerful statement comes in response to fan outrage that intensified after Wardley’s eleventh-round TKO of Parker following 23 unanswered shots, with social media users arguing that the New Zealand star had been unfairly denied a clear path to a world title opportunity. Fan Outcry and the TKO Stoppage Controversy The core frustration revolved around the timing of the mandatory order versus Usyk’s unavailability. One vocal fan tweeted their disappointment: “This is why mandatorys need to get their shot. Poor Parker has been screwed out of his shot by a sh—- ref. Did everything that was asked to get his shot, and now it’s gone because the WBO wouldn’t enforce the rules like they should. Congrats, Wardley, but stoppage ruined that.” This dissent centered on the belief that the WBO should have acted more forcefully to secure Parker’s shot, regardless of the champion’s injury status. They viewed Parker’s voluntary bout as an unnecessary, high-stakes gamble forced upon him. The volatile nature of boxing politics means such high-risk gambles often backfire, prompting a necessary look at Parker’s recent decisions. The Politics of Parker’s Voluntary Gamble Other commentators offered essential context, emphasizing the calculated risks Parker took, which complicated his standing under the mandatory rule. As another fan noted: “Also, let’s not pretend that Parker didn’t need to take the fight vs Bakole. And he was going to fight Dubois for the IBF title, which would have lost his WBO interim status. He only held that belt because of the Dubois, shall we say, ‘interesting’ pullout.” Olivieri’s clarification definitively rubberstamps the WBO’s official stance: Parker’s decision to accept the voluntary fight against Wardley was legitimate and necessitated by Usyk’s injury. The sanctioning body firmly insists that the mandatory rules were correctly observed, and that Parker’s choice—and subsequent loss—was entirely voluntary. About the Author Phil Jay is a veteran boxing journalist with over 15 years of experience covering the global fight scene. As Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN) since 2010, Jay has interviewed dozens of world champions and reported ringside on boxing’s biggest nights. [View all articles by Phil Jay] and learn more about his work in combat sports journalism.

WBO President Gustavo Olivieri has delivered a stinging rebuttal to fan claims that Joseph Parker was “screwed” out of a mandatory world title shot just before his shocking TKO loss to Fabio Wardley. The TKO not only derailed Parker’s immediate world title ambitions but simultaneously propelled Fabio Wardley into the new WBO and WBA Interim Champion and mandatory challenger to undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk. Official Rebuttal: Mandatory Rules Were Followed In a direct tweet addressing the widespread criticism from boxing fans, Olivieri clarified the organization’s position, asserting that the claims were misleading: “Sir, your post is misleading. We enforced the mandatory accordingly; however, Usyk is unavailable due to injury; consequently, Parker decided to proceed with a voluntary bout vs. Wardley. Please review the record. Thank you.” Sir, your post is misleading. We enforced the mandatory accordingly; however, Usyk is unavailable due to injury; Consequently, Parker decided to proceed with a voluntary bout vs. Wardley. Please review the record. Thank you. https://t.co/ZoBRmASUlc — Gustavo Olivieri, Esq. (@OlivieriLaw) October 26, 2025 The powerful statement comes in response to fan outrage that intensified after Wardley’s eleventh-round TKO of Parker following 23 unanswered shots, with social media users arguing that the New Zealand star had been unfairly denied a clear path to a world title opportunity. Fan Outcry and the TKO Stoppage Controversy The core frustration revolved around the timing of the mandatory order versus Usyk’s unavailability. One vocal fan tweeted their disappointment: “This is why mandatorys need to get their shot. Poor Parker has been screwed out of his shot by a sh—- ref. Did everything that was asked to get his shot, and now it’s gone because the WBO wouldn’t enforce the rules like they should. Congrats, Wardley, but stoppage ruined that.” This dissent centered on the belief that the WBO should have acted more forcefully to secure Parker’s shot, regardless of the champion’s injury status. They viewed Parker’s voluntary bout as an unnecessary, high-stakes gamble forced upon him. The volatile nature of boxing politics means such high-risk gambles often backfire, prompting a necessary look at Parker’s recent decisions. The Politics of Parker’s Voluntary Gamble Other commentators offered essential context, emphasizing the calculated risks Parker took, which complicated his standing under the mandatory rule. As another fan noted: “Also, let’s not pretend that Parker didn’t need to take the fight vs Bakole. And he was going to fight Dubois for the IBF title, which would have lost his WBO interim status. He only held that belt because of the Dubois, shall we say, ‘interesting’ pullout.” Olivieri’s clarification definitively rubberstamps the WBO’s official stance: Parker’s decision to accept the voluntary fight against Wardley was legitimate and necessitated by Usyk’s injury. The sanctioning body firmly insists that the mandatory rules were correctly observed, and that Parker’s choice—and subsequent loss—was entirely voluntary. About the Author Phil Jay is a veteran boxing journalist with over 15 years of experience covering the global fight scene. As Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN) since 2010, Jay has interviewed dozens of world champions and reported ringside on boxing’s biggest nights. [View all articles by Phil Jay] and learn more about his work in combat sports journalism.

Fabio Wardley ha strappato il titolo mondiale ad interim WBO dalle mani di Joseph Parker, e ora punta il mirino sul campione indiscusso Usyk.

Town-supporting heavyweight boxer Fabio Wardley stopped the vastly more experienced Joseph Parker in the 11th round of a rip-roaring fight at the O2 Arena last night to claim the WBO interim heavyweight title.

Fabio Wardley produced a career-best performance at The O2 Arena in London on Saturday night, stopping former world champion Joseph Parker in a dramatic eleventh round to prove his credentials as a genuine world-class heavyweight. Wardley halted Parker in round eleven to secure a mandatory shot at Oleksandr Usyk’s undisputed heavyweight crown. World Boxing News was ringside at The O2 Arena for the event, providing live coverage and post-fight analysis. The bout, billed as ‘All or Nothing’ and broadcast live on DAZN, delivered on its promise as a brutal and breathless war between two of the division’s top contenders. Wardley’s victory now guarantees him a mandatory shot at Usyk, who is currently recovering from injury. The Usyk fight is expected to take place either in the UK or Saudi Arabia next year, with Riyadh Season in February emerging as the early favorite to stage the clash. Parker vs Wardley Fight Report Parker started strong, bloodying Wardley’s ever-scarred nose in the opening round and landing heavy shots that set the tone for a punishing encounter. The former WBO champion looked composed early, forcing Wardley to fight off the back foot. Wardley responded with power and precision in the second, wobbling Parker with massive shots that shifted the fight’s momentum. A moment of controversy followed when referee Howard Foster paused the action to replace Parker’s gumshield—an intervention that arguably saved the New Zealander from a possible early stoppage. The Ipswich powerhouse carried that fire into the next two rounds, landing flush combinations and forcing Parker to retreat. Parker’s right eye began to swell as Wardley’s pressure mounted. However, the veteran responded with intelligence and grit, slowing the pace in the middle rounds and using his experience to edge back into the contest. Deep Waters As the rounds wore on, Parker began to retake control, dragging Wardley into deep waters and forcing him to prove his elite credentials. By the ninth, the Kiwi appeared to be pulling away, but Wardley refused to fade. In a remarkable turnaround, Wardley stunned Parker in the tenth, rocking him with a flurry that had the O2 crowd on their feet. The fight descended into a brutal exchange, with both men absorbing enormous punishment before Wardley finally broke through in the eleventh. With Parker struggling badly from an eye injury and unable to defend himself, Wardley unleashed another devastating assault, forcing referee Foster to intervene and halt the contest. The British Boxing Board of Control later confirmed the result as a technical knockout at 1:54 of round eleven. The stoppage secured a statement TKO victory for Wardley, who extended his record to 20–0–1 and underlined his status as Britain’s next major heavyweight star. It was an unquestionable ending as Parker was on the verge of being taken out well before Foster stepped in. What Comes Next Wardley’s win now sets up the Usyk clash once the Ukrainian returns, as the 30-year-old catapulted himself into the conversation among boxing’s global elite. Promoter Frank Warren confirmed the plans immediately after the fight. “It’s really simple: Oleksandr [Usyk] is a great champion,” Warren told DAZN after the fight. “His next fight will be against Fabio Wardley for the four belts. It’s what he deserves for that performance. “He said he wants it, so that’s what it’ll be.” Whether the fight lands in London or Riyadh, the British knockout artist will enter his first world title challenge as one of the sport’s fastest-rising names—now proven beyond the domestic level and knocking firmly on the door of world championship glory. About the Author Phil Jay is a veteran boxing journalist with over 15 years of experience covering the global fight scene. As Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN) since 2010, Jay has interviewed dozens of world champions and reported ringside on boxing’s biggest nights. [View all articles by Phil Jay] and learn more about his work in combat sports journalism.

Claims WBO interim heavyweight title in all-action battle to secure position as next challenger for undisputed champion Usyk