ACA President Magomed Bibulatov revealed that more fighters in the promotion are using performance-enhancing drugs than competing clean. In an interview, he stated that fighters accepting bouts on short notice are typically clean because they don't have time to use anything. The promotion implemented testing after giving fighters six months to clear their systems and allowing some approved substances. Bibulatov acknowledged that comprehensive drug testing is expensive and would require cooperation among all Russian promotions, which he considers unlikely. He indicated the promotion is considering one-year suspensions for violators but has not finalized a policy.
