ACA president admits most fighters use PEDs, discusses testing challenges

ACA president Magomed Bibulatov candidly discussed drug testing in the promotion, revealing that more fighters use banned substances than compete clean. He noted that short-notice replacement fighters tend to be cleanest, suggesting they lack time to apply prohibited substances. Bibulatov explained ACA implemented testing after giving fighters six months to clear their systems and allowing certain therapeutic medications. The league maintains data on which fighters use more or fewer banned substances. However, he acknowledged drug testing is expensive and suggested Russian promotions should collaborate on anti-doping efforts, though he considers this unlikely. Bibulatov is considering one-year suspensions for violations but has not finalized enforcement policies.