Ben Askren’s Courageous Battle: A UFC Legend’s Near-Death Experience
Hey everyone, I wanted to take a moment to talk about something that's been making waves lately—an emotional and powerful update from former UFC star and Olympic wrestler Ben Askren. You probably know him from his standout career in MMA and wrestling, but recently, Ben’s been in the news for something far more personal and intense—his health.
Ben Askren just shared that he underwent a double lung transplant after a terrifying health scare. It all started when he developed pneumonia, which then led to a severe staph infection . Things escalated fast—so fast, in fact, that Ben says he has no memory of what happened between May 28 and July 2 . Imagine losing over a month of your life and only finding out what you went through by reading a journal your spouse kept. That’s exactly what happened to him. His wife Amy documented everything, and Ben described it as being “like a movie.” In his own words: “I only died four times, where the ticker stopped for about 20 seconds.”
Let that sink in. Four times, his heart actually stopped.
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During that span, he also lost 50 pounds —dropping down to 147 lbs. But he’s fighting back, slowly regaining his strength, and just as important, his spirit. What struck me the most was the way he talked about the support he received. He said it felt like he got to attend his own funeral, just without dying. The outpouring of love from fans, the wrestling world, and the fight community was overwhelming—and in the best way possible. Ben said, “It felt so good.” That kind of raw honesty really hits you.
For those who don’t know, Ben Askren is more than just a UFC fighter. He’s a decorated NCAA champion, Olympic wrestler, and former welterweight champion in both Bellator and ONE Championship . His record in MMA stands at 19-2 , and even though he retired from active fighting, his presence in the sport never really faded.
And now? He’s not done. In fact, Ben said he’s more motivated than ever to give back—to stay involved in the sport he loves, to support others, and to keep telling his story. There’s even a chance he and Amy will open up more about what they went through together.
Ben’s story isn’t just about fighting in a cage. It’s about fighting for life itself. It’s a reminder of how quickly things can change—and how strong the human spirit really is. Whether you followed his career or not, this is one comeback we should all be rooting for.
Thanks for listening, and let’s continue sending positive energy his way.
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