In a sport where integrity is always under scrutiny, the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) has confirmed that both Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Israil Madrimov tested negative for all banned substances. These results come on the heels of their highly anticipated bout on February 22, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where Ortiz Jr. won by unanimous decision. With doping cases being a recurring theme in boxing, this announcement reinforces the reputation of both fighters and the sport’s commitment to fair competition.
The Context of the Fight
The confrontation between Ortiz Jr. and Madrimov was part of The Last Crescendo event, a high-profile evening that also included a rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.
Ortiz Jr. successfully defended his WBC interim super welterweight title, winning on the scorecards with scores of 117-111, 115-113 and 115-113.
VADA confirms negative results
VADA plays a key role in boxing, implementing random anti-doping tests to ensure the fairness and safety of fighters.
Its Clean Boxing Program requires rigorous controls of all boxers classified worldwide, contributing to the transparency and credibility of the sport.
Fighter Testing History
To date, neither Ortiz Jr. nor Madrimov have been involved in doping cases. Both have maintained a clean record regarding the use of banned substances.
While no direct statements from the fighters about their test results have been found, VADA issued an official statement confirming the negative tests.
The negative VADA results not only strengthen the reputation of Ortiz Jr. and Madrimov, but also send a clear message about the importance of fair play in boxing.
In an era where doping remains a controversial topic, this kind of news is a step in the right direction for the sport.
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