Aaron Pico - News & Rumors - UFC

Will face Arnold Allen Pico will face Arnold Allen in a featherweight bout at UFC 333 on Oct. 24, Marcel Dorff of Heavy On Sports reports.

Impact Pico made his UFC debut earlier this year, securing a unanimous decision victory against Patricio Freire at UFC 327 in Miami. Pico is widely considered one of the best featherweights in the world on a pound-for-pound basis, and his elite athleticism should give him a chance here against a fighter who has won just two fights dating back to October 2022.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Dominates in first UFC victory Pico defeated Patricio Freire via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) at UFC 327 on Saturday in Miami.

Impact Pico made his much-anticipated UFC debut in August, getting knocked out by Lerone Murphy a little over three minutes in. He found himself a -275 favorite here against Pitbull in his second fight with the company and predictably looked much better. It took Pico about a round or so to find his range, but once he did, this fight was all but over. He was twice as explosive as his veteran opponent, landing all the notable blows throughout the course of the fight in addition to mixing in six takedowns on 13 attempts. Pico, who will be 30 years old in September, remains a freak athlete. When he's flowing to the extent he was this evening, it's not a stretch to call him one of the best featherweight's in the world.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Booked for UFC 327 Pico will fight Patricio Freire at UFC 327 on April 11, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.

Impact Pico was knocked out in his UFC debut by Lerone Murphy, but the former will get another shot at claiming his first win with the company. Pico is nine years younger than Freire and will also have a 3.5-inch reach advantage working in his favor.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Dricus du Plessis' coach slams UFC 319 referee, Khamzat Chimaev's victory celebration, Islam Makhachev consoles Aaron Pico: MMA News Roundup Welcome to today's edition of Sportskeeda MMA News Roundup! Dricus du Plessis’ coach criticized the referee following their loss to Khamzat...

AUGUST 18, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

'See you soon': Volkanovski reacts to Murphy's stunning knockout at UFC 319 | Sporting News Lerone Murphy's spinning-elbow knockout of Aaron Pico at UFC 319 may have just earned him a shot at featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

UFC 319: Aaron Pico promises 'My story is not over' | Sporting News In control of the fight, Aaron Pico suffered a devastating loss to Lerone Murphy at UFC 319 this past weekend.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Gets knocked out in UFC debut Pico lost to Lerone Murphy via KO (spinning back elbow) at 3:21 of Round 1 at UFC 319 on Saturday in Chicago, Illinois.

Impact Pico looked good in the early stages of this one, using his wrestling and body work to get out ahead of Murphy. However, his undefeated counterpart was catching him coming in, which may have inspired Murphy to throw the elbow as Pico attempted to change levels. The 28-year-old has as much firepower as anyone in the division, but Murphy may have exposed a hole in his defense, as he frequently walked into range with his hands down during this fight. Pico will need to plug his leaks in a hurry, as his pedigree is unlikely to get him any fights against soft competition. He falls to 13-5-0 in professional MMA due to the loss.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

UFC 319: Lerone Murphy post-fight interview UFC 319 winner Lerone Murphy spoke to MMA Junkie and reporters post-fight after his first-round knockout of Aaron Pico.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

UFC 319: Khamzat Chimaev dominates Dricus Du Plessis to claim middleweight title Lerone Murphy stops Whittier’s Aaron Pico with a first-round spinning elbow as Chimaev wins a 50-44 unanimous decision.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • DAILYNEWS.COM

Chimaev wins UFC middleweight belt by unanimous decision

Khamzat Chimaev continued his dominance in the UFC, capturing the middleweight belt by defeating Dricus Du Plessis by unanimous decision at UFC 319

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Lerone Murphy knocks Aaron Pico out in UFC 319 co-main event Featherweights Lerone Murphy and Aaron Pico met in Saturday's UFC 319 co-main event.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Lerone Murphy thrills UFC 319 fans with fight card's second spinning elbow knockout Former Bellator star Aaron Pico stepped into the Octagon for the first time in a five-round co-main event against Lerone Murphy at UFC 319.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • SI.COM

'You kidding me?': Fighters lose their minds over Lerone Murphy's KO of Aaron Pico at UFC 319 The MMA community reacted to Lerone Murphy's victory against Aaron Pico in the UFC 319 co-main event.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

UFC 319: Lerone Murphy vs. Aaron Pico odds, picks and predictions In a 3-round featherweight bout on the main card, Lerone Murphy and Aaron Pico meet Saturday at UFC 319 at United Center in Chicago.

AUGUST 16, 2025 • TALLAHASSEE.COM

Middleweight champ Dricus Du Plessis puts belt on the line against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319

Middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis will put his belt on the line for the third time against one of the most feared pound-for-pound fighters on the UFC roster

AUGUST 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Aaron Pico claims Alexander Volkanovski "has it coming" ahead of highly anticipated UFC debut: "He's never fought a high-level wrestler like me" Aaron Pico has not wasted any time making his intentions clear in the UFC.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

UFC 319: Lerone Murphy media day interview UFC 319 co-headliner Lerone Murphy spoke to MMA Junkie and reporters at media day for his featherweight bout vs. Aaron Pico.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

UFC 319: Aaron Pico media day interview UFC 319 co-headliner Aaron Pico spoke to MMA Junkie and reporters at media day for his featherweight bout vs. Lerone Murphy.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Volkanovski previews UFC 319 co-main event with featherweight title implications | Sporting News Alex Volkanovski breaks down the UFC 319 co-main event between Lerone Murphy and Aaron Pico.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Was Lerone Murphy shot in the face? Unpacking the UFC fighter's near-fatal encounter Lerone Murphy will face Aaron Pico on August 16, 2025, in the co-main event of UFC 319 at the United Center in Chicago. Murphy, ranked No.

AUGUST 5, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

New debut opponent scheduled Pico will take on Lerone Murphy in a featherweight matchup at UFC 319 on August 16, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.

Impact Pico hasn't had a fight since February of 2024, when he picked up his second consecutive stoppage victory on the "PFL vs. Bellator" card. Long regarded as one of Bellator's best up-and-comers, Pico is now past "prospect" status at the age of 28 and is immediately getting thrown into the fire in his UFC debut. Murphy may be six years older, but he's undefeated as a pro, and the Manchester-based striker will hold height and reach advantages. He'll arguably be the best opponent Pico has faced off with to date, and the two will get to throw down in a big spot on a pay-per-view card.

JULY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New co-main event announced for UFC 319 event | Sporting News Aaron Pico has a new opponent, as the rising contender will co-main event UFC 319 against undefeated fighter Lerone Murphy.

JULY 28, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Aaron Pico gets UFC 319 co-main event vs. Lerone Murphy Aaron Pico has a new date and opponent for his UFC debut.

JULY 26, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Awaiting new challenger Pico will no longer fight Movsar Evloev at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 26, MMAJunkie.com reports.

Impact Pico's UFC debut was set agaisnt Movsar Evloev but an unexpected withdrawal will bring in a new fighter into the octagon. Aaron was facing the No. 4 prospect in his category and will hopefully get another strong rival to kick off his UFC career. More news should surface in the coming days.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Middleweight champ Dricus Du Plessis puts belt on the line against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319