Olympic wrestler and former UFC fighter Ben Askren has undergone a double lung transplant after battling severe pneumonia.

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

The former mixed martial arts fighter underwent a double lung transplant after a battle with pneumonia, and he ‘died four ...

In his first update since his life-saving surgery, Askren said he had no memories from May 28 through July 2 but is starting ...

Former UFC fighter Ben Askren, known in MMA as 'Funky', has given fans a candid update on his health after a life-threatening battle that led to a double lung transplant. Hospitali ...

Askren transitioned to MMA after an amateur wrestling career that saw him represent the United States in the 2008 Summer ...

The 40-year-old, who had been hospitalised in Wisconsin due to a severe case of pneumonia, shared the news in a social media ...

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.

Ben Askren gives first hospital update after double lung transplant, reflecting on his survival and wife’s support with ...

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 ...

Ex-MMA fighter and Olympic wrestler Ben Askren spoke for the first time since receiving a double lung transplant following a ...

And now not long removed from Askren’s successful double lung transplant, his biggest rival ever Jorge Masvidal has sent him ...