Tag: Aaron Pico

Video: Aaron Pico Storms Back With Earth-Shattering KO At Bellator 183

As one of the most hyped prospects in MMA history, Aaron Pico saw his hype train derailed in brutal fashion when Josh Freeman submitted him in an alarming 24 seconds in his debut at Bellator NYC this June. But the 20-year-old rebounded with shocking precision and efficiency in his follow-up bout against Justin Linn at tonight’s […]

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As one of the most hyped prospects in MMA history, Aaron Pico saw his hype train derailed in brutal fashion when Josh Freeman submitted him in an alarming 24 seconds in his debut at Bellator NYC this June.

But the 20-year-old rebounded with shocking precision and efficiency in his follow-up bout against Justin Linn at tonight’s (Sat., September 23, 2017) Bellator 183 from the SAP Center in San Jose, California, when he knocked out Linn with an absolutely vicious combination in the second round.

The knockout came after Pico was able to use his highly-touted boxing in conjunction with his U.S. national champion-level wrestling, fulfilling on his never-ending promise after a setback in his Bellator debut.

Check out the absolutely brutal KO right here:

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Bellator 183: Aaron Pico Sleeps Justin Linn With Thunderous Left Hook

Aaron Pico’s second mixed martial arts (MMA) bout went significantly better than his debut. Pico and Justin Linn did battle inside the SAP Center in San Jose, California for Bellator 183. The two touched gloves and the action was underway. Linn landed a left hand. Pico moved in and scored a takedown. Linn was on the […]

Aaron Pico’s second mixed martial arts (MMA) bout went significantly better than his debut. Pico and Justin Linn did battle inside the SAP Center in San Jose, California for Bellator 183. The two touched gloves and the action was underway. Linn landed a left hand. Pico moved in and scored a takedown. Linn was on the […]

Following a Nightmare Debut, Aaron Pico is Ready to Show What he’s Got

It took just 24 seconds for Aaron Pico to lose his debut MMA bout in Bellator earlier this year, despite some red-hot hype Pico failed to deliver, being submitted early in his debut in front of a packed Madison Square Gardens in June. On Saturday, the 20-year-old has a chance to put that all behind […]

It took just 24 seconds for Aaron Pico to lose his debut MMA bout in Bellator earlier this year, despite some red-hot hype Pico failed to deliver, being submitted early in his debut in front of a packed Madison Square Gardens in June. On Saturday, the 20-year-old has a chance to put that all behind […]

Zach Freeman Upsets Aaron Pico With 24-Second Submission

As soon as Aaron Pico signed with Bellator MMA back in 2014, there was a ton of hype behind him due to his success as an American freestyle wrestler. Pico had no easy task in his Bellator MMA debut on Saturday night during the Bellator NYC pay-per-view against Zach Freeman in a lightweight bout. This […]

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As soon as Aaron Pico signed with Bellator MMA back in 2014, there was a ton of hype behind him due to his success as an American freestyle wrestler. Pico had no easy task in his Bellator MMA debut on Saturday night during the Bellator NYC pay-per-view against Zach Freeman in a lightweight bout.

This fight did not last long at all. In the words of Mauro Ranallo, who made his Bellator MMA debut as a commentator, this was over in a New York minute. In the opening seconds of the first round, Pico ate a knee and got dropped hard with a hook. Freeman locked in the guillotine choke for the win. That was it.

This has to hurt the confidence of Pico, who was highly hyped leading into this bout despite the fact that he had no MMA experience before. Luckily for him, he has signed a multi-fight contract with the promotion and will at least get a few more bouts to not only improve on his skills but to impress Bellator brass. Regarding Freeman, this is a huge win for him as not many people gave him a chance against Pico. Coming into this fight, he had a mixed record with one win in his last three bouts.

Zach Freeman def. Aaron Pico via submission (guillotine choke) – Round 1, 0:24

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Zach Freeman Derails Aaron Pico’s Hype Train in 24 Seconds

Zach Freeman (9-2) spoiled Aaron Pico’s (0-1) mixed martial arts (MMA) debut faster than many could even blink. Freeman wasted little time engaging. He rocked Pico with a right hand and went for a tight guillotine choke. Freeman forced the tap. Freeman earned the fourth fastest finish in Bellator history. He submitted his opponent in […]

Zach Freeman (9-2) spoiled Aaron Pico’s (0-1) mixed martial arts (MMA) debut faster than many could even blink. Freeman wasted little time engaging. He rocked Pico with a right hand and went for a tight guillotine choke. Freeman forced the tap. Freeman earned the fourth fastest finish in Bellator history. He submitted his opponent in […]

Bellator NYC: Is Aaron Pico Really That Great? (Editorial)

Honestly, can Aaron Pico even come close to living up to the hype? In short, yes, yes he can. Pico, who doesn’t turn 21 years old until September, will make his MMA debut Saturday night as the opening bout of Bellator NYC: Sonnen vs. Silva against Zach Freeman. The list of accomplishments for Pico already […]

Honestly, can Aaron Pico even come close to living up to the hype? In short, yes, yes he can. Pico, who doesn’t turn 21 years old until September, will make his MMA debut Saturday night as the opening bout of Bellator NYC: Sonnen vs. Silva against Zach Freeman. The list of accomplishments for Pico already […]