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'I only died four times': Ben Askren shares health update after double-lung transplant
In an Instagram post, Ben Askren updated fans and friends on his health from his hospital bed after a double-lung transplant.
Wrestler, MMA fighter Ben Askren recounts double lung transplant: ‘I only died four times’
Former Olympic wrestler and UFC fighter Ben Askren says his heart stopped four times, leading to him receiving a double lung ...
Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren recovering from double lung transplant
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren, who has been hospitalized in Wisconsin after a severe case ...
UFC Fighter Ben Askren 'Died 4 Times' Waiting for Double Lung Transplant
Askren is on the road to recovery after undergoing a double lung transplant and losing more than 50 lbs. during his illness ...
What happened to Ben Askren? Former UFC fighter provides emotional health update
Former U.S. Olympic wrestler and UFC fighter Ben Askren shared an emotional update for the first time since undergoing lung ...
Who Is Ben Askren? 5 Things to Know About the Ex-MMA Fighter
Ben stepped down from professional mixed martial arts in 2019, and he suffered from a serious health crisis in 2025. Learn ...
Ben Askren doesn't remember over a month of his life
Former UFC fighter and ex-Bellator and ONE champion Ben Askren knows he is lucky just to be alive. Askren is currently ...
Friends of Olympic wrestler Ben Askren march in his honor at the Hartland parade
Olympic wrestler and former UFC fighter, Ben Askren, will be honored in his hometown as he faces a serious health challenge.