Career
A professional competitor since 2009, Pichel was also a contestant on the The Ultimate Fighter: Live. The Ultimate Fighter: Live
Pichel was one of 32 Lightweight fighters announced by the UFC to participate in first live season of The Ultimate Fighter reality show. Ultimate Fighting Championships
After reaching the semifinals in The Ultimate Fighter: Live, Pichel was given an opportunity in the UFC. He made his official UFC debut on December 15, 2012.
Pichel fought promotional newcomer Rustam Khabilov and lost the fight via KO due to a suplex and punches in the first round.
Pichel next fought Garett Whiteley at UFC Fight Night: Rockhold versus Philippou on January 15, 2014.
Pichel faced Anthony Njokuani at UFC 173 on May 24, 2014.