Strikeforce’s Rafael ‘Feijao’ Cavalcante positive for stanozolol, appeal filed

Former Strikeforce light-heavyweight champion Rafael “Feijao” Cavalcante’s recent failed drug test was due to stanozolol metabolites.

As MMAjunkie.com reported Saturday, the Brazilian fighter failed a test following his May win over Mike Kyle. On Mond…

Former Strikeforce light-heavyweight champion Rafael “Feijao” Cavalcante’s recent failed drug test was due to stanozolol metabolites.

As MMAjunkie.com reported Saturday, the Brazilian fighter failed a test following his May win over Mike Kyle. On Monday the California State Athletic Commisssion confirmed the substance. 

The CSAC on Monday also said that in addition to Cavalcante’s yearlong suspension and $2,500 fine, his win over Kyle will be overturned to a no-contest.