ACA president admits most fighters use banned substances, testing is costly

ACA president Magomed Bubulatov candidly discussed doping issues within the promotion, stating that more fighters use banned substances than are clean. He revealed that fighters accepting bouts on short notice are typically the cleanest because "they didn't have time to apply anything." Bubulatov explained that ACA implemented doping controls and gave fighters six months to clear their systems while allowing some therapeutic substances. The promotion has compiled data on which fighters use more or fewer banned substances. However, Bubulatov acknowledged that doping control is expensive and suggested Russian promotions should unite on this issue, though he considers such cooperation unlikely. The league is still deciding how to handle fighters who violate anti-doping policies, with one-year suspensions being considered.