ACA president admits most fighters use PEDs, clean fighters are replacements

ACA president Magomed Bibulatov candidly discussed doping issues in the promotion during an interview. He stated that there are more fighters using banned substances than clean fighters in the organization. Bibulatov noted that fighters who take bouts on short notice are usually clean because they "didn't have time to apply anything." The promotion introduced doping controls, giving fighters six months to clear their systems while allowing some approved recovery medications. However, comprehensive testing is expensive, and Bibulatov suggested Russian promotions should collaborate on anti-doping efforts, though he considers this unlikely. The promotion is considering one-year suspensions for violators but has not finalized a policy.