ACA President reveals most fighters in league use banned substances

ACA President Magomed Bibulatov candidly discussed doping control within the promotion in an interview. Bibulatov stated that more fighters use performance-enhancing drugs than compete clean, and that short-notice replacement fighters are typically the cleanest because they "didn't have time to take anything." He explained that ACA gave fighters six months to clear their systems and allowed certain permitted substances after beginning testing protocols. Bibulatov noted that drug testing is expensive and suggested Russian promotions should unite to address the issue, though he considers collaboration unlikely. The president is considering year-long suspensions for violators but has not finalized a policy, and stated the promotion may soon publicly address testing results and future protocols.