Askren’s wrestling and MMA career proved his toughness. Now 40, he’s not planning to fight but aims to coach again. Physical therapy awaits, with doctors watching for infection or rejection.

Who is Ben Askren? Askren started his MMA career in 2009 and had his last fight in 2019. His MMA record is 19-2 with six wins coming by knockout and six by submission.

Ben Askren Posts Emotional Message to Wife After Nearly Losing His Life originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Askren retired from MMA in 2019, finishing his career with a 19-2 record, including 1-2 in UFC. He was also a two-time NCAA Division I champion wrestler for Missouri and was a member of the 2008 U ...

'I only died four times' “I actually just read through my wife's journal. No recollection, zero idea, no idea what happened," Askren said in the video. “We'll kind of go through it all. I just ...