Pico criticizes Sterling for avoiding potential matchup in UFC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 6:46 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Aaron Pico expressed frustration with Aljamain Sterling for allegedly turning down fight opportunities against him. Following Pico's victory over Losene Keita at UFC 333, he stated that ranked fighters should be willing to face any opponent, referencing his own eagerness to fight Sterling and others in the top five. Pico was originally scheduled to face Arnold Allen, who withdrew due to injury. Sterling, meanwhile, is set to compete against Kevin Vallejos at UFC Fight Night 294 on November 21.
- •Pico accused Sterling of turning down multiple fight offers.
- •Pico defeated Losene Keita at UFC 333 on October 21.
- •Pico wants to face top fighters for a shot at the championship.
- •Sterling is booked to fight Kevin Vallejos on November 21.
- •Pico had to withdraw from a fight with Arnold Allen due to injury.
- 6:46 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Pico criticizes Aljamain Sterling for overprotecting UFC ranking
"Aaron Pico accuses former UFC champion Aljamain Sterling of turning down fights against him.
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