Aaron Pico's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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A closer look at the biggest achievements of Aaron Pico. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Aaron Pico is an American mixed martial artist known for his wrestling background and current career in the featherweight division. He initially gained prominence in Bellator MMA, where he competed in his first 17 professional fights. He now fights in the UFC. Pico's transition from wrestling to MMA has been closely followed, with considerable attention given to his development and performances in the sport. He's considered a notable figure in the mixed martial arts landscape.

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Aaron Pico is avoiding a future fight with Patricio 'Pitbull', focusing on his UFC 319 debut. UFC 319 will potentially decide who dethrones Alexander Volkanovski with Pico in a fight vs Lerone Murphy.

2008: National PAL Championship and Pankration Championship

In 2008, Aaron Pico won the national PAL championship in boxing and was a national champion in Pankration.

2009: National Junior Golden Gloves Champion

In 2009, Aaron Pico was the national Junior Golden Gloves champion and won 'most outstanding boxer' at the tournament.

2010: Golden Cup European Pankration Championship

In 2010, Aaron Pico won the golden cup European Pankration championship in Ukraine.

2013: U17 World Champion

In 2013, Aaron Pico was the U17 World Champion in freestyle wrestling.

2013: Henri Deglane Grand Prix win

In November 2013, Aaron Pico claimed his first senior level gold medal, winning the Henri Deglane Grand Prix, earning the biggest win of his career over David Safaryan in the finals.

2014: U20 US National Championship

In 2014, Aaron Pico won the U20 US National Championship in April by defeating Zain Retherford and went on to defeat him two more times in June for the U20 US World Team spot.

September 23, 2017: Victory over Justin Linn at Bellator 183

On September 23, 2017, after his loss to Freeman, Aaron Pico moved down to the featherweight division and faced Justin Linn at Bellator 183. He won the fight via knockout in the first round.

January 20, 2018: Victory over Shane Krutchen at Bellator 192

On January 20, 2018, Aaron Pico faced Shane Krutchen at Bellator 192. He won the fight via TKO in the first round.

May 12, 2018: Victory over Lee Morrison at Bellator 199

On May 12, 2018, Aaron Pico faced Lee Morrison at Bellator 199. He won the fight via TKO in the first round.

September 29, 2018: Victory over Leandro Higo at Bellator 206

On September 29, 2018, Aaron Pico faced Leandro Higo at Bellator 206. He won the fight via technical knockout in round one.

January 25, 2020: Victory over Daniel Carey at Bellator 238

On January 25, 2020, Aaron Pico faced Daniel Carey at Bellator 238. He won the fight via knockout in the second round.

July 24, 2020: Victory over Chris Hatley Jr. at Bellator 242

On July 24, 2020, Aaron Pico faced Chris Hatley Jr. at Bellator 242. He won the fight via submission in the first round.

November 12, 2020: Victory over John de Jesus at Bellator 252

On November 12, 2020, Aaron Pico faced John de Jesus at Bellator 252. He won via second round knockout.

June 11, 2021: Victory over Aiden Lee at Bellator 260

On June 11, 2021, after being rescheduled, Aaron Pico faced Aiden Lee at Bellator 260. He won the fight via submission in the third round.

November 12, 2021: Victory over Justin Gonzales at Bellator 271

On November 12, 2021, Aaron Pico faced Justin Gonzales at Bellator 271. He won the bout in dominant fashion via unanimous decision.

April 15, 2022: Victory over Adli Edwards at Bellator 277

On April 15, 2022, Aaron Pico faced Adli Edwards at Bellator 277, after Jeremy Kennedy withdrew. He won the bout via TKO in the third round.

April 22, 2023: Victory over James Gonzalez at Bellator 295

On April 22, 2023, Aaron Pico faced James Gonzalez at Bellator 295, after Otto Rodrigues withdrew. He won the bout via unanimous decision.

September 23, 2023: Victory over Pedro Carvalho at Bellator 299

On September 23, 2023, Aaron Pico faced Pedro Carvalho at Bellator 299. He won the fight via ground and pound TKO in the first round.

February 24, 2024: Victory over Henry Corrales at PFL vs. Bellator

On February 24, 2024, Aaron Pico faced Henry Corrales at PFL vs. Bellator, winning the bout via TKO in the first round.