Ben Askren News, Photos, Videos and Tweets
Video: Check out Bellator's top ground-and-pound finishes
Some brutal finishing sequences highlight Bellator's best ground-and-pound stoppages.
ben askren - USA Today5:50am PST - January 26th, 2021
Michael Chandler Beats Dan Hooker Via TKO on McGregor vs. Poirier UFC 257 Card
Michael Chandler put the UFC lightweight division on notice with a first-round TKO win over Dan Hooker in the co-main event of UFC 257 from Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Saturday...
ben askren - Bleacher Report9:17pm PST - January 23rd, 2021
Michael Chandler's UFC moment arrives. Will greatness continue?
At UFC 257, the Bellator legend starts a new chapter of his career looking to add to an already respectable legacy.
ben askren - USA Today9:00am PST - January 22nd, 2021
‘He wants Colby’: Masvidal plots course for Florida showdown with bitter UFC rival Covington
Abraham Kawa, manager of UFC star Jorge Masvidal, says that his fighter is eyeing a high stakes showdown with former training partner Colby Covington after petitioning Florida governor Ron DeSantis to host the fight in his state. Read Full Article at RT.com
ben askren - RT9:41am PST - January 3rd, 2021
Video: Is there anything wrong with MMA pros wanting to fight Jake Paul?
Should there be a code of ethics that prevents professional fighters from taking part in these circus sideshows?
ben askren - USA Today2:00pm PST - December 31st, 2020
Dana White sounds off, says Jake Paul can't fight: 'It's all a big gimmick'
Dana White makes it very clear that he doesn't give a (expletive) about Jake Paul and isn't interested in doing business with him.
ben askren - USA Today5:00pm PST - December 30th, 2020
Spinning Back Clique: Is Conor McGregor facing toughest possible challenge at UFC 257?
Check out the latest episode of "Spinning Back Clique" looking ahead to the biggest fight of the early 2021 schedule at UFC 257.
ben askren - USA Today2:25pm PST - December 29th, 2020
Ben Askren calls out 'coward' Jake Paul for going silent since publicly accepting boxing match
According to Ben Askren, a potential boxing match with Jake Paul may have hit a roadblock.
ben askren - USA Today7:15am PST - December 28th, 2020
Amanda Nunes, Israel Adesanya, Jorge Masvidal pace major winners at World MMA Awards
The votes are in and the winners have been announced for the 12th World MMA Awards, and some elite names are on the list.
ben askren - USA Today1:45pm PST - December 27th, 2020
Video: Vitor Belfort latest MMA fighter to come after Jake Paul, wants to 'put him to sleep'
Former UFC champion Vitor Belfort wants boxing match with Jake Paul.
ben askren - USA Today11:15am PST - December 27th, 2020
Reminder: 12th Annual World MMA Awards air tonight on CBS Sports Network
The 12th Annual Fighters Only World MMA Awards debuts tonight on CBS Sports Network at 9 p.m. ET.
ben askren - USA Today7:40am PST - December 26th, 2020
Boxing wannabe Jake Paul says UFC has to set up McGregor fight because ‘it needs the money,’ Nunes bout would be ‘waste of time’
YouTuber Jake Paul says fighting women’s UFC icon Amanda Nunes would be a “waste of time” and the promotion must allow a fight between him and Conor McGregor because it needs the $50 million on offer. Read Full Article at RT.com
ben askren - RT2:15am PST - December 26th, 2020
Struggling to find fights, Arnold Allen hopes UFC-ranked opponent kicks off 2021 schedule
UFC featherweight contender Arnold Allen hopes 2021 will provide some of the marquee matchups that he's been chasing.
ben askren - USA Today1:45pm PST - December 25th, 2020
MMA Debate: Was Ben Askren's UFC Career a Colossal Disappointment?
There will be no more fist fights for Ben Askren . At least, as long as he’s able to steer clear of Jorge Masvidal at Whole Foods...
ben askren - Bleacher Report7:01pm PST - November 18th, 2019
Ben Askren announces he's retiring from MMA
UFC fighter Ben Askren, 35, announced his retirement Monday while on the ESPN podcast "Ariel Helwani's MMA Show."
ben askren - CNN3:56pm PST - November 18th, 2019
Twitter reacts to Ben Askren's retirement, including a challenge from Dillon Danis
The MMA community largely showed respect for Ben Askren after the UFC welterweight announced his MMA retirement.
ben askren - USA Today2:00pm PST - November 18th, 2019
Boom! Retired! UFC welterweight star Ben Askren announces his retirement from MMA
Former Bellator and ONE Championship welterweight world champion Ben Askren has announced his retirement from MMA following his latest stint in the UFC. Read Full Article at RT.com
ben askren - RT11:43am PST - November 18th, 2019
Ben Askren: 'I guess I was overconfident' in loss to Demian Maia at UFC on ESPN+ 20
Ben Askren said he made a poor decision in the third round that led to Demian Maia choking him out.
ben askren - USA Today12:41pm PDT - October 26th, 2019
UFC on ESPN+ 20 bonuses: Demian Maia, Ben Askren earn 'Fight of the Night' money
Ben Askren left Singapore Indoor Stadium with a second loss on his record, but at least he has $50,000 extra to show for it.
ben askren - USA Today10:15am PDT - October 26th, 2019
‘Most overrated fighter of all time’: Ben Askren roasted after defeat to Demian Maia at UFC Singapore
UFC welterweight Ben Askren’s fighting future appears in the balance after the cocksure American suffered a demoralizing defeat to Brazilian veteran Demian Maia at UFC Singapore. Read Full Article at RT.com
ben askren - RT9:41am PDT - October 26th, 2019
UFC on ESPN+ 20 results: Demian Maia chokes out Ben Askren in back-and-forth scrap
There's no question who the best grappler is in the UFC after Demian Maia's win at UFC Singapore.
ben askren - USA Today8:30am PDT - October 26th, 2019
Twitter reacts to Demian Maia's submission of Ben Askren at UFC on ESPN+ 20
See the top Twitter reactions to Demian Maia's submission win over Ben Askren in the UFC on ESPN+ 20 main event.
ben askren - USA Today8:06am PDT - October 26th, 2019
UFC on ESPN+ 20 weigh-in results: Demian Maia, Ben Askren make weight
The UFC on ESPN+ 20 main event between Demian Maia and Ben Askren is official as both competitors made weight in Singapore.
ben askren - USA Today8:15pm PDT - October 24th, 2019
5 burning questions heading into UFC on ESPN+ 20
MMA Junkie's Dave Doyle runs down the top storylines heading into UFC Singapore, where Ben Askren looks to get back on track.
ben askren - USA Today7:00pm PDT - October 24th, 2019
UFC on ESPN+ 20 pre-event facts: Demian Maia's takedown game reflected in record book
The best stats and figures about UFC on ESPN+ 20, which features a Demian Maia vs. Ben Askren welterweight main event.
ben askren - USA Today8:05pm PDT - October 23rd, 2019
RT @CamHaller: I would’ve never thought in a million years Ben Askren would be boxing Jake Paul. What on earth is occurring? Lmao
Jerome E Felicien (@jerome_felicien)12:08am PDT - July 11th, 2023
RT @thefan763922: Jake Paul also claimed… Ben Askren fight done 1.2 Million PPV Told his fans to buy a crypto coin, which resulted in his…
LEON ERA (@HonestMMA_)10:16am PDT - July 10th, 2023
RT @DPSBreakdowns: Notes from Randy Lewis' interview with Bader: -Does not sprawl -Admits he had a terrible shot and made the observation…
Jp, Kung Fu Panda Fan (@JpPearson71)2:22pm PDT - July 9th, 2023
RT @DPSBreakdowns: Notes from Randy Lewis' interview with Bader: -Does not sprawl -Admits he had a terrible shot and made the observation…
Barry Morgan (@barryntina1)2:03pm PDT - July 9th, 2023
RT @DPSBreakdowns: Notes from Randy Lewis' interview with Bader: -Does not sprawl -Admits he had a terrible shot and made the observation…
The Quoter (@WrestlingQuoter)12:54pm PDT - July 9th, 2023
RT @DPSBreakdowns: Notes from Randy Lewis' interview with Bader: -Does not sprawl -Admits he had a terrible shot and made the observation…
jerrydaniels (@jerry41413871)12:17pm PDT - July 9th, 2023
RT @AlecLace: @ufc “I would say he’s immature and needs to grow up” - Ben Askren on IZZY ADESANYA mocking the son of Alex Pereira https://t…
Alec Lace (@AlecLace)10:42pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
The UFC trading Mighty Mouse for Ben Askren is wildly hilarious to think about now, how do you fuck up that bad?
Steven Reinert (@StevenReinert2)9:48pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
A rare Ben Askren tweet I agree with. #ufc290 https://t.co/1mYmCfdtQl
TrevCo (@TrevcoInd)9:35pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
I just seen robbie lawlers ko of niko price... that is the most brutal knockout since Ben Askren
ivan (@bionuce)8:48pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
RT @morningkombat: You know they had to sneak that Ben Askren spike in there #UFC290
Jesus Salazar (@furselfi)7:37pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
RT @SeanSheehanBA: Wait.... is Bo the modern day Ben Askren?
lamentable dustman (@lmntbldustman)7:29pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
Wait.... is Bo the modern day Ben Askren? https://t.co/b2JXb0rJ5l
Seán Sheehan (@SeanSheehanBA)7:28pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
Damn..Val Woodburn got KO’d by the striking equivalent of Ben askren
chris (@cwisrillo)7:23pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
Bo Nickel gives off real Ben Askren vibes, can't lie. #UFC290
Herb Greenfinger (@HerbGreenfinger)7:21pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
RT @morningkombat: You know they had to sneak that Ben Askren spike in there #UFC290
Jared Martinez (@AirJared33)6:48pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
RT @morningkombat: You know they had to sneak that Ben Askren spike in there #UFC290
Below the Belt with Brendan Schaub (@btbshowtime)6:47pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
You know they had to sneak that Ben Askren spike in there #UFC290
Morning Kombat (@morningkombat)6:47pm PDT - July 8th, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
Dinesh Shan (@DineshShan24)8:24pm PDT - July 4th, 2023
Danie Cormier beat Bigfoot less than 2 years after his debut, Joe Warren beat Kid Yamamoto and Chase Beebe in his first 2 fights, Ben Askren was Bellator WW Champion in 18 months, King Mo was Strikeforce LHW champion in 18 months What are we doing here lol https://t.co/yXgRR325PS
i just wasn't made for these times (@ForrestFBaby)12:22pm PDT - July 4th, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
Jonathan Luis (@official_jxhn)8:56am PDT - July 4th, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
Adil (@donadilll)4:13am PDT - July 4th, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
George King (@itsGeorgeKing)2:39am PDT - July 4th, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
isaac (@650_garcia123)1:27am PDT - July 4th, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
Matthew Doane (@Guestninja8995)4:15pm PDT - July 3rd, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
TarabishiGaming (@TarabishiGaming)1:31pm PDT - July 3rd, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
811at (@_811at)12:18pm PDT - July 3rd, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
John Cruz (@JohnTheDog98)10:39am PDT - July 3rd, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
Abdalrahman Almuhanna (@Abdalra87224815)10:35am PDT - July 3rd, 2023
RT @thefan763922: “You’re probably beating up old dudes right now”… After making this video, Jake has fought: Ben Askren - 43 years old…
3 DAYS UNTIL DRICUS SLEEPS ROB (@JustinHerronUFC)10:32am PDT - July 3rd, 2023
RT @JJtheGoatKSIfan: @WayneAlt1 @jakepaul bruh even jake paul said ben askren fight didnt do 1.5 million. the numbers are not real
CTC (@BoxingCTC)11:57pm PDT - June 29th, 2023
RT @FinesseGot: @realruebenking Ben Askren was not even close to worth Mighty Mouse
Brett Greene (@brett_greene)9:37pm PDT - June 29th, 2023
I will fight 2 death for cam, dabo, Trevor Lawrence, Luke kuechly, Julius peppers, Steve smith sr, Conor mcgregor, Jon Jones, Ben askren, y’all never will see this, Ik I’m a cornball, but I got lots of love for y’all as athletes/coaches YOU ALL CHANGED THE WAY THAT I MOVE.
Poll guy (@Pollguy13)9:40am PDT - June 28th, 2023
Putting your faith into Ben Davis beating Dillon Danis is just like believing Ben Askren beats Jake Paul. It ain’t gonna happen.
Resonance Cascade (@TPino801)6:46pm PDT - June 26th, 2023
RT @Ocelot_MMA: 26 October 2019 Ben Askren Rear-naked choke https://t.co/FcRJA8KK8k
MMAnon (@MMAnon261)4:36pm PDT - June 26th, 2023
RT @NardDog37: @HappyDays_EM @CombatTherapist Ben Askren got insanely good because he wasn’t gifted in strength and athletics so he develop…
esenekaMMA (@EsenekaMMA)3:37pm PDT - June 26th, 2023
Same guy who predicted Ben Askren to beat Jake Paul https://t.co/3WkRjMBt0E https://t.co/1IkZeN5bBc
arlo (@thearlomusicc)5:19am PDT - June 26th, 2023
RT @FearCealteach: @OvinVithanage They said the same thing about Ben Askren until he entered the UFC. He was the best WW to never be in th…
paid2cook (@liveIIcook)11:32pm PDT - June 23rd, 2023
Our Savior's Evangelical Lutheran St. Charles Catholic Church Westbrook Zion Evangelical Lutheran (bldg listed on Nat'l register of historic places & so is First Congregational) "notables" Ben Askren - Wrestler 2008 Olympian Ben Bredeson NFL offensive lineman
Karen Berryhill (@AsIhaveforgiven)4:24pm PDT - June 23rd, 2023