Recent News on Sherdog.com · Nov 7, 2025
Ben Askren Back to Wrestling Mats 4 Months After Waking From Coma
Never count out the strength and determination of the human spirit.
In June, former UFC welterweight Ben Askren had to be hospitalized due to a case of severe pneumonia. The athlete fell into a coma while in the hospital, and after receiving a double lung transplant, he received his discharge at the end of July.
The funk-style wrestler has been very vocal about his condition, constantly sharing updates and serving as motivation for others to recover from their illnesses and injuries. He regularly appears on Monday for a series of video posts each week called “Mental Monday” with inspirational messages, memories and other ways to jog his brain while he gets better physically.