ACA president reveals majority of fighters use prohibited substances

ACA president Magomed Bibulatov gave a candid interview about performance-enhancing drug use in the Russian promotion, stating that more fighters use banned substances than compete clean. Bibulatov revealed that fighters accepting bouts on short notice are typically the cleanest because they haven't had time to use anything. The promotion implemented a testing program, giving fighters six months to clear their systems while allowing certain therapeutic substances. Bibulatov indicated that checking every fighter is financially prohibitive and suggested Russian promotions should collaborate on testing, though he doubts this will happen. He considered year-long suspensions for violators but has not finalized a policy, stating the league is still determining how to handle positive tests.