Former UFC star Ben Askren is currently hospitalized with severe pneumonia "unable to respond" to treatment, according to his wife.

What they're saying:

"You may have heard that my husband Ben is going through something," Amy Askren posted on Facebook . "He developed severe pneumonia which came on very suddenly."

"He’s currently in the hospital and unable to respond to anything at this time," she continued.

What you can do:

Amy said she's asking for prayers for healing and peace. She also asks people to refrain from discussing the matter with their children.

Who is Ben Askren?

The backstory:

According to FOX Sports , Askren, 40, is from Wisconsin.

According to MMA Fighting , at his peak, Askren was seen as one of the best welterweight fighters after winning championships in bo

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