A FINCHLEY boxing star tipped to be a contender for the 2012 Olympic crown is facing drug charges.

Super-heavyweight Anthony Joshua, 21, who is part of Finchley Amateur Boxing club and the British Olympic training squad, is due in court tomorrow on suspicion of possession of cannabis with intent to supply.

The Saffron Close, Temple Fortune resident was arrested on January 20 in Kenley Avenue, Colindale and was given unconditional bail to appear at Hendon Magistrates court tomorrow morning.