Jake Paul has often been known for his bold personality and public rivalries, especially in the fight world. Recently, though, he...

Ben Askren, the former MMA champion and Olympic wrestler, has undergone successful double lung transplant surgery after a critical battle with pneumonia, which was brought on by a severe staph infection. The surgery, which took place in late June 2025, marks a significant milestone in his journey to recovery and has captured the attention and support of the MMA community.

The MMA world has faced its share of battles, but few compare to the one Ben Askren is currently fighting. The Olympic wrestler turned MMA superstar—known for his funky grappling style and unshakable confidence—is now facing the greatest challenge of his life. After weeks of hospitalization due to severe pneumonia and a secondary staph infection, Ben Askren has officially been placed on the national lung transplant list.

On June 7, the world of MMA was shaken by the news that UFC veteran and former multiple-time MMA champion Ben Askren is fighting for his life in a Wisconsin hospital after being diagnosed with severe pneumonia. The announcement came from his wife, Amy Askren, who took to Facebook to share the heartbreaking update about her husband's health battle.

Ben Askren, a name synonymous with high-level wrestling and a significant chapter in MMA, is currently facing a serious health battle after being hospitalized with severe pneumonia. The 40-year-old former UFC fighter and Olympic wrestler was admitted to the hospital under critical care conditions, and the MMA world has been quick to rally around him in support.

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