Boxer Okolie Fails Doping Test, Fight in Jeopardy

0:00On April 21st, British boxer Lawrence O'Coli failed a doping test just days before his heavyweight showdown with Tony Yoka. The 33-year-old was set to face the 2016 Olympic gold medalist in Paris this Saturday, April 25th. Queen's Berry promotions got the news Monday night from the voluntary anti-doping association. They confirmed an adverse finding from a pre-fight test, and they'll share updates soon on whether the bout happens. O'Coli is no rookie. He's a former cruiserweight and bridgerweight world champ who jumped to heavyweight last year. He's undefeated in three pro fights there, with his latest being a stoppage win over Evanis or Tete back in December. O'Coli hit social media quick, blaming the result on treatment for an elbow injury in camp, that came after a bicep issue last year, and he's fully cooperating while betting on a clean investigation. We'll keep buys on this one as promoters decide the next move, and O'Coli pushes for his name to stay spotless.