Aaron Pico

Featherweight Division

#13 Ranked

STRIKING

Punch Power S

Punch Speed S

Kick Power A

Kick Speed A

Accuracy A

Strike Defense A

GRAPPLING

Takedowns A

TD Defense B

Sub Defense B

Ground Game A

PHYSICAL & TACTICAL

Stamina A

Chin A

Fight IQ A

Reach 70"

SIGNATURE

▸Double Leg Takedown

▸Overhand Right

▸Left Hook to the Body

STRENGTHS / WEAKNESSES

+Explosive punching power and speed

−Vulnerability to submissions

+Elite offensive wrestling and top control

−Defensive wrestling lapses

+High-pressure cardio output

−Susceptibility to heavy counters

MATCHUPS

BESTA striker with limited takedown defense who struggles to handle his explosive boxing combinations.

HARDA durable submission specialist with a dangerous guard who can capitalize on his defensive grappling vulnerabilities.

Fighter Intel

B TIER ALL-ROUNDER KO THREAT

Top Attributes

Punch SpeedPunch PowerKick Speed

vs Division Average

Striking

Grappling

-2

Defense

-3

Physical

-1

Combat Profile

Aaron Pico is a former Olympic wrestling alternate who brings explosive power and a high-caliber grappling pedigree to the Featherweight division. Training out of Fight Ready, he possesses devastating knockout power in his right hand but has shown vulnerability to strikes early in bouts. His wrestling base allows him to maintain control, though he often prefers to stand and trade despite his elite credentials.

Tactical Advantage

Pico exploits opponents with poor defensive wrestling or slow footwork by utilizing his blast double-leg takedowns and heavy ground strikes. He thrives when he can close the distance quickly against fighters who cannot match his sheer physical strength or scrambling ability. However, his tendency to engage in firefights makes him susceptible to counter-strikers who can survive his initial power surge.

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