Today, a former UFC competitor is receiving widespread support as he navigates a serious health issue outside the arena. Ben Askren, 40, is a former UFC welterweight, Olympic wrestler, and professional boxer who also faced Jake Paul in a high-profile bout.

The combat sports world was left in panic Saturday night when it was revealed that Ben Askren was in critical condition with “severe pneumonia” and staph infection. The former UFC and Bellator MMA fighter has been unable to respond to doctors and family while in the hospital.

Ben Askren, the former UFC, Bellator, and ONE Championship welterweight champion, is hospitalized in critical condition due to a sudden and severe case of pneumonia. His wife, Amy, has requested privacy and prayers as he remains unresponsive in intensive care.