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In his first update since his life-saving surgery, Askren said he had no memories from May 28 through July 2 but is starting ...
Ben Askren reflects back on the medical journey he’s undergone over the past couple of months where a severe case of pneumonia eventually led to him needing a double lung transplant to survive.
Olympic wrestler and former UFC fighter Ben Askren has undergone a double lung transplant after battling severe pneumonia.
On July 12, 2025, Ben Askren took to his official Instagram to give an update on his health status. In a video which he captioned: “Quick update…I will not feel sorry for myself,” the 40-year-old ...
In an Instagram post, Ben Askren updated fans and friends on his health from his hospital bed after a double-lung transplant.
And now not long removed from Askren’s successful double lung transplant, his biggest rival ever Jorge Masvidal has sent him ...
Askren is on the road to recovery after undergoing a double lung transplant and losing more than 50 lbs. during his illness ...
Ex-MMA fighter and Olympic wrestler Ben Askren spoke for the first time since receiving a double lung transplant following a ...
Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren is opening up about his recent, serious health issues, including that he " ...
Former UFC fighter Ben Askren says he "died four times" before having a double lung transplant after being taken to hospital ...
Former Olympic wrestler and UFC fighter Ben Askren says his heart stopped four times, leading to him receiving a double lung ...
Askren transitioned to MMA after an amateur wrestling career that saw him represent the United States in the 2008 Summer ...