Jake Shields suspended six month after positive drug test at UFC 150

By: Jamie Penick, MMATorch Editor-in-Chief

Jake Shields tested positive for a banned substance at UFC 150 last month, and has been given a six-month suspension by the Colorado Boxing Commission. Shields himself revealed the positive test and suspension in a statement released by his management team at Authentic Sports Management.

There's no word on exactly what substance Shields took nor whether or not the positive test will affect the outcome of his bout with Ed Herman from the event, which he won by unanimous decision. The statement from Shields is below:

"To my friends, fans and the UFC,

Prior to my professional bout at UFC 150 in Denver, Colorado, I used a substance prohibited by Colorado Boxing Commission rules.

This was a mistake that I fully regret. I have shared this issue with my family and the UFC and I have apologized to them and now I also apologize to you, the fans. I promise this will never occur again in my fighting career.

I accept the Boxing Commission's decision for a six-month suspension, which will expire in February. I ask that you accept my apology. I will be back fighting soon, and hope that the fans of MMA will support me until that time."

Penick's Analysis: The Colorado Boxing Commission hasn't made any declaration about the positive test, and it's not listed on their website at the moment. Still, I'd imagine his win over Herman could be overturned to a "no contest." The six month suspension means he's only out until February, which is essentially an average length between fights for some fighters. Still, he's taking responsibility for taking something that was prohibited, and that's one step. He'll serve his suspension and be back.

Source: http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_14651.shtml

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