Aaron Pico (photo via Bellator / YouTube)

By FCF Staff

Aaron Pico is booked for his first bout 0f 2023, as it’s being reported that the featherweight will battle Bellator newcomer, Otto Rodrigues next.

The 26-year-old Pico (10-4) hasn’t competed since October, 2022, when he injured his shoulder in a fight with Jeremy Kennedy, and lost via TKO. The defeat snapped Pico’s six-fight, winning streak.

A source has confirmed to MMA Junkie that a bout between Pico and Rodrigues is set for Bellator 295, which will take place on April 22nd. The card will take place in Honolulu, Hawaii.

The 34-year-old Rodrigues (13-1) last competed in July, 2021, when he recorded a decision win over Carlos Augusto da Silva at LFA 112.