ACA President reveals most fighters use banned substances, testing costly

ACA President Magomed Bibulatov has candidly discussed doping control within the promotion, revealing that more fighters use banned substances than compete clean. He noted that fighters accepting bouts on short notice tend to be the cleanest, suggesting they don't have time to use anything. Bibulatov explained that ACA gave fighters six months to clear their systems and allowed some approved substances, then began testing. While many clean fighters exist, the majority violate anti-doping rules. The promotion is considering publishing lists and imposing year-long suspensions, but Bibulatov acknowledges that testing is expensive and would be more feasible if Russian promotions collaborated, which he believes is unlikely.