Former UFC star Ben Askren opened up about his terrifying health ordeal from his hospital bed on Tuesday, posting a video about the details behind his battle.

Former U.S. Olympic wrestler and UFC fighter Ben Askren shared an emotional update for the first time since undergoing lung transplant surgery.

Ben stepped down from professional mixed martial arts in 2019, and he suffered from a serious health crisis in 2025. Learn more about the decorated ex-fighter and wrestler.

Ben Askren shared a health update post double lung transplant, revealing he lost 50 lbs during a 45-day coma and now weighs 147 lbs.

Olympic wrestler and former UFC fighter, Ben Askren, will be honored in his hometown as he faces a serious health challenge.

The latest update from Amy Askren, the former UFC star’s wife, was a positive one last week as she confirmed he had been given a double lung transplant. The expensive surgery wasn’t covered by their insurance, but the family received support from the fight world through online donations.

A former Bellator MMA light heavyweight champion recently revealed that his foundation for competition was laid by accepting Ben Askren’s invitation to train.