Patricio ‘Pitbull’ sets sights on former champ after Aaron Pico fight at UFC 327

Ex-Bellator star Patricio Freire detailed his plans ahead of UFC 327, outlining why his next bout could shape his UFC path. In a Sherdog interview, Patricio Freire discussed facing Aaron Pico at UFC 327 after losing to Yair Rodriguez and defeating Dan Ige. He also signaled interest in Aljamain Sterling following this fight. Freire called Pico "very tough" and "explosive," noting Pico was "clearly winning" before being knocked out by Lerone Murphy, and said he is prepared for everything. He aims to finish quickly, challenge a top-five opponent, accused Sterling of avoiding him, and offered condolences to coach Eric Albarracin.