The Claim : Former UFC fighter Ben Askren’s double lung transplant procedure and associated medical care cost USD 2 million.

Ben Askren, the American mixed martial arts and Olympic wrestling star, underwent a double lung transplant in late June 2025, as revealed by his wife in a Facebook post . The life-saving procedure came after a rapid health decline, beginning with his hospitalization on June 8 for a severe case of pneumonia.

Nearly a week later, Askren posted a video update on July 9 describing his ordeal , saying he “only died four times.” He continued sharing progress updates through July and August. He was discharged and went home by late July.

During his hospitalization, a GoFundMe campaign was launched to support his medical care. It

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