Aaron Pico has officially joined the UFC after a challenging journey in MMA. Previously with Bellator MMA, Pico has built a reputation from his wrestling and boxing backgrounds. He emphasized his determination to reach the UFC, stating he always believed it would happen, despite not knowing when. Pico will debut against Lerone Murphy instead of the originally planned opponent. He respects Murphy’s undefeated status and recognizes the challenge ahead. Pico feels prepared for the moment and is focused on performing well in his debut fight.
"I haven't had an easy road to get here. I really had to dig deep and ask myself, is this something I really wanted to do? And the answer was always yes. There was never an option to quit."
"Everything aligned from the beginning of my career to where I'm at now. I have a lot of work ahead of me, but mentally and physically, I'm ready for all of it."
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