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Former Olympic Wrestler and MMA Star Ben Askren Recovering After Double Lung Transplant

UNITED STATES, JUL 9 – Ben Askren lost 50 pounds in 45 days and survived four heart stoppages during his double lung transplant recovery, supported by the wrestling and MMA communities.

  • Ben Askren, former Olympic wrestler and MMA fighter, gave a health update on July 9 after a double lung transplant and severe pneumonia treatment.
  • Askren’s health crisis began in May with pneumonia following a staph infection, leading to a life-threatening condition that required a double lung transplant in late June.
  • During his illness, Askren lost about 50 pounds in 45 days, had his heart stop four times, and experienced no memory of events from late May to early July.
  • Askren expressed deep gratitude for the overwhelming support he received from both the wrestling and MMA communities throughout his recovery.
  • Askren reports gaining strength and feels motivated to recover and give back despite the difficulty faced by himself, his family, and community.
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Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren recovering after double lung transplant

Olympic wrestler and former UFC fighter Ben Askren has undergone a double lung transplant after battling severe pneumonia. In a social media post Wednesday, Askren shared that he is now recovering. He revealed he remembers little from a 45-day ordeal…

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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
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