5 days ago · Former Bellator and ONE champion Ben Askren’s story is one of the craziest of 2025. In early June, “Funky” was admitted to the hospital with pneumonia so severe it put him on death’s door ...

He formerly competed in the Welterweight divisions of Bellator Fighting Championships and ONE FC, where he was the longest reigning Bellator Welterweight Champion and longest reigning ONE …

Jul 22, 2025 · Ben Askren, the former MMA star and champion wrestler, has survived the fight of his life. Askren, 41, headed home on Tuesday, July 22 after spending 59 days at the hospital during which …

Jul 9, 2025 · Former NCAA national wrestling champion and mixed martial arts fighter Ben Askren has released his first update since undergoing a double lung transplant after a severe case of pneumonia …

Jul 10, 2025 · Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren is opening up about his recent, serious health issues, including that he "died four times" and underwent a double lung transplant.

Jul 10, 2025 · Former Olympic wrestler and UFC fighter Ben Askren says his heart stopped four times, leading to him receiving a double lung transplant.

Jul 10, 2025 · Former MMA fighter and Olympic wrestler Ben Askren has spoken out for the first time since receiving a double lung transplant following a battle with pneumonia.

Dec 22, 2025 · UFC legend Ben Askren is going to make a major change in his life after overcoming a double lung transplant. The former Bellator and ONE FC champion faced a life-threatening battle …

Jul 23, 2025 · UFC alum Ben Askren has left the toughest fight of his life a winner. Askren was discharged from the hospital this week after receiving a double lung transplant. Askren, 41, left the...

Jul 28, 2025 · Askren, 41, was discharged July 22 after 58 days in the hospital and is already working to regain strength after losing 35 pounds. He recently revealed he needs to use a walker to get around …