After failing a drugs test that saw his interim world title belt with Bermane Stiverne cancelled, the boxing world has been waiting to see what action the authorities take against the Russian fighter Alexander Povetkin.
Povetkin tested positive for the banned muscle builder ostarine having previously tested positive for meldonium ahead of a WBC world title fight against Deontay Wilder.
A serial offender some might say!
However, it seems that it is the WBC who have lead the way when it comes to punishing Povetkin.
The Russian has been banned indefinitely and also fined $250,000.
But, as we understand it, the ban only applies to fights sanctioned by the World Boxing Council.
Surely this must be the end of the road for Povetkin, surely no other governing body would be prepared to sanction a fight he?s involved in, would they?
Russian Heavyweight Povetkin Banned
