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UFC, Ben Askren and lung transplant

Former UFC star Ben Askren may need lung transplant with wife ‘praying for a miracle’

Former MMA champion and UFC contender Ben Askren remains in an uphill health battle. His wife, Amy Askren, posted on Facebook that her husband is still battling severe pneumonia and is on a ventilator and ECMO support.

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Former UFC star Ben Askren being evaluated for potential lung transplant, wife says

MMA and wrestling legend Ben Askren continues to battle in a Wisconsin hospital, according to his wife. Askren, 40, is sedated on a ventilator and ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) and could need a lung transplant, Amy Askren said in a Facebook post Tuesday.

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Daniel Cormier Retracts Ben Askren Update, Calls for ‘Prayers’ as Ex-UFC Star Still in Critical Condition

Daniel Cormier has apologized for giving out the wrong information regarding Ben Askren's status, after he got hospitalized.

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"There was a hole in his lung": Chael Sonnen addresses Ben Askren's health crisis as wife denies death rumors

Former UFC fighter Ben Askren is fighting for his life in the hospital. His health crisis has shocked fans and the MMA world.

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Chael Sonnen provides fresh update on Ben Askren’s health crisis

MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has provided a fresh update on the current health status of MMA veteran and wrestling legend Ben ...

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Ex-UFC star, whom Ben Askren labeled "immature punk kid" comes out in support amid 'Funky's' health crisis: "Hope he is ok"

Ben Askren has been hospitalized in recent days with a severe health issue, and a former rival, Darren Till has offered his support during this difficult time.

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‘Pray for Ben Askren’: MMA community rallies around hospitalized former champion

Ben Askren has the full support of his peers following news of his hospitalization due to a serious health issue. The former ...

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Josh Thomson Defends Ben Askren Against Online Trolls Amid Critical Health Crisis Requiring Lung Transplant

Josh Thomson, former UFC fighter, slams trolls targeting Ben Askren during his hospitalization for severe pneumonia in June 2025.

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