Aaron Pico Outlines Preferred Next Opponents Following Recent UFC Win

Aaron Pico, currently 2-1 in the UFC, expressed interest in fighting opponents ranked ahead of him as he pursues a championship title. He specifically noted that he is monitoring the upcoming bout between Aljamain Sterling and Kevin Vallejos as a potential future matchup. Additionally, Pico stated he would welcome a rematch with Lerone Murphy to avenge his previous octagon debut loss.

Despite having preferences, the featherweight fighter emphasized that he does not prioritize rankings when accepting bouts. Pico stated that he leaves opponent selection to his management and maintains a mindset of fighting whoever is offered to him. He noted that he is focused on his development as a fighter and remains comfortable accepting challenges against unranked opponents if necessary.