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Ben Askren

"Funky"

19-2

Welterweight
Ben Askren

Wins

19

6 KO/TKO - 29%
6 submission - 29%
7 decision - 33%

2

Losses

1 N/C

5% - 1 KO/TKO
5% - 1 submission
0% - 0 decision
hometownCedar Rapids, Iowa
Age
42(1984-07-18)
Height
5′11″ (181 cm)
Reach5′11″ (180 cm)
Weight170 lbs (77 kg)
Stanceorthodox
GymRoufusport MMA Academy
Social media-

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Past Fights
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Brazil
Demian Maia
(27-9)
i
UFC on ESPN+ 20: Maia vs. Askren
26 Oct2019Sub(Rear Naked Choke) RD33:54
USA
Jorge Masvidal
(33-13)
i
UFC 239: Jones vs. Santos
07 Jul2019KO/TKO(Flying Knee) RD10:05
USA
Robbie Lawler
(28-12)
i
UFC 235: Jones vs. Smith
03 Mar2019Sub(Bulldog Choke) RD13:20
Japan
Shinya Aoki
(39-7)
i
ONE Championship: Immortal Pursuit
24 Nov2017KO/TKO(Punches) RD10:57
Sweden
Zebaztian Kadestam
(9-3)
i
ONE Championship: Shanghai
02 Sep2017KO/TKO(Punches) RD24:09
Malaysia
Agilan Thani
(6-0)
i
ONE Championship: Dynasty of Heroes
26 May2017Sub(Arm Triangle Choke) RD12:20
Russia
Nikolay Aleksakhin
(19-3)
i
ONE Championship: Global Rivals
15 Apr2016Decision(Unanimous) RD55:00
Brazil
Luis Santos
(62-9-1)
i
ONE FC 26: Valor of Champions
24 Apr2015No Contest(Eye Poke) RD12:19
Japan
Nobutatsu Suzuki
(11-1-2)
i
ONE FC 19: Reign of Champions
29 Aug2014KO/TKO(Ground and Pound) RD11:24
Azerbaijan
Bakhtiyar Abbasov
(12-2)
i
ONE FC 16: Honor and Glory
30 May2014Sub(Arm Triangle Choke) RD14:21
Russia
Andrey Koreshkov
(13-0)
i
Bellator 97: Chandler vs. Rickels
31 Jul2013KO/TKO(Punches) RD42:58
France
Karl Amoussou
(16-4-2)
i
Bellator 86
25 Jan2013KO/TKO(Doctor Stoppage) RD35:00
Brazil
Douglas Lima
(24-4)
i
Bellator 64
07 Apr2012Decision(Unanimous) RD55:00
USA
Jay Hieron
(22-4)
i
Bellator 56
30 Oct2011Decision(Split) RD55:00
USA
Nick Thompson
(38-13-1)
i
Bellator 40
10 Apr2011Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
USA
Lyman Good
(10-0)
i
Bellator 33
22 Oct2010Decision(Unanimous) RD55:00
USA
Dan Hornbuckle
(21-2)
i
Bellator 22
18 Jun2010Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
USA
Ryan Thomas
(11-5)
i
Bellator 19
20 May2010Decision(Unanimous) RD35:00
USA
Ryan Thomas
(10-4)
i
Bellator 14
15 Apr2010Sub(Guillotine Choke) RD12:40
USA
Matt Delanoit
(14-6)
i
MFDM - Ballroom Brawl 2
28 Aug2009Sub(North-South Choke) RD11:15
USA
Mitchell Harris
(1-3)
i
HP - The Patriot Act 2
25 Apr2009Sub(Arm Triangle Choke) RD11:27
USA
Josh Flowers
(0-2)
i
HP - The Patriot Act
07 Feb2009KO/TKO(Punches) RD11:25

Frequently Asked Questions About Ben Askren

  • What is the famous nickname associated with Ben Askren?

    Known as "Funky" Ben Askren's nickname reflects his larger-than-life persona in the fight world.

  • How much does MMA star Ben Askren weigh?

    Weighing in at approximately 170 pounds, Ben Askren's weight aligns with his competitive category in the fighting world.

  • What is the reach of MMA fighter Ben Askren?

    Boasting a reach of 71 inches, Ben Askren employs this attribute strategically during his matches.

Ben Askren Videos

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Ben Askren Fighting Back: UFC Veteran Added to Lung Transplant List, Family Shares Hopeful Update

Ben Askren Fighting Back: UFC Veteran Added to Lung Transplant List, Family Shares Hopeful Update