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Aaron Pico faces Arnold Allen at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 6:51 AM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Aaron Pico faces Arnold Allen at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi

Summary

Aaron Pico will face Arnold Allen at UFC 333 on October 24, 2026, at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. This featherweight clash has high stakes, as both fighters are well-ranked in the division. Pico enters with momentum after a unanimous decision win over Patricio Pitbull at UFC 327, his first UFC victory. The matchup was confirmed during UFC 330. A win for Pico could position him closer to a title shot, depending on the outcome of the main event featuring Alexander Volkanovski defending against Movsar Evloev.

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By the Numbers

•Pico faces the No. 5 ranked Arnold Allen at UFC 333.
•Fight is scheduled for October 24, 2026, in Abu Dhabi.
•Pico secured his first UFC win against Patricio Pitbull at UFC 327.
•Victory could push Pico closer to a title shot.
•The main event features Alexander Volkanovski defending against Movsar Evloev.

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6:51 AMYahoo Sports — Aaron Pico Set for Massive Opportunity Against Top-Ranked Opponent at UFC 333

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Aaron Pico will have a massive opportunity when he faces Arnold Allen at UFC 333, which takes place at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 24. The post Aaron Pico Set for Massive Opportunity Against Top-Ranked Opponent at UFC 333 appeared first on HEAVY.
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