Many in the combat sports world have reached out to share their love and offering assistance. This includes UFC CEO and ...

Ben Askren shares a heartfelt update on his recovery, reflecting on his lung transplant and staying strong despite setbacks.

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.

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 ...

Days after providing an update on his recovery, Ben Askren shared another video conveying a powerful message about his challenging health journey.

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

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

Askren, 40, suffered a staph infection and contracted pneumonia before being rushed to hospital to be put on a ventilator in critical condition and receive a life-saving double lung transplant.