Ben Askren's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Ben Askren.

Ben Askren is a retired American mixed martial artist, professional boxer, and former Olympic wrestler. He held welterweight titles in both Bellator and ONE Championship, maintaining an undefeated record for many years. He later competed in the UFC before retiring from professional fighting.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2003: Big 12 Conference Championships

During his freshman campaign in 2003-2004, Askren won the Big 12 Conference Championships and placed second at the NCAA Championships.

2004: Big 12 Conference Championships and NCAA Championships

In 2003-2004, Askren won the Big 12 Conference Championships and placed second at the NCAA Championships.

2005: NCAA and Big 12 Championships

During his sophomore campaign in 2004-2005, Askren placed second at both the NCAA and Big 12 Championships.

2005: Pan American Champion

In 2005, Ben Askren was the Pan American champion as a freestyle wrestler.

2006: Dan Hodge Trophy

In 2006, Askren earned his first Dan Hodge Trophy.

2007: US National Championship

In 2007, Askren claimed the US National Championship in wrestling.

2007: Second Dan Hodge Trophy

In 2007, Askren earned his second Dan Hodge Trophy.

2008: Olympic Team Member

In 2008, Ben Askren was a US Olympic Team Member in freestyle wrestling.

February 7, 2009: Professional MMA Debut

On February 7, 2009, Askren made his professional MMA debut and defeated Josh Flowers via TKO in the first round.

2009: FILA 2° World Grappling Championship Gold Medal

In 2009, Askren won gold at the FILA 2° World Grappling Championship, defeating Jacob Volkmann.

October 21, 2010: Bellator Welterweight Championship Win

On October 21, 2010, Askren defeated Lyman Good via unanimous decision to win the Bellator Welterweight Championship in Philadelphia.

2010: Victory at Cerro Pelado International and Dave Schultz Memorial International

In 2010, Askren won against Fundora in the Cerro Pelado International in Cuba and also won the Dave Schultz Memorial International.

January 9, 2012: Induction to University of Missouri Intercollegiate Athletics Hall of Fame

On January 9, 2012, Askren was inducted into the University of Missouri Intercollegiate Athletics Hall of Fame.

April 6, 2012: Title Defense Against Douglas Lima

On April 6, 2012, Askren successfully defended his Bellator Welterweight title against Douglas Lima at Bellator 64.

January 24, 2013: Title Defense Against Karl Amoussou

On January 24, 2013, Askren defended his title against Karl Amoussou at Bellator 86, winning due to a doctor stoppage because of a cut.

August 29, 2014: ONE Welterweight Championship Win

On August 29, 2014, Askren defeated Suzuki via TKO to become the new ONE Welterweight Champion at ONE Fighting Championship: Reign of Champions.

April 15, 2016: Victory over Nikolay Aleksakhin

On April 15, 2016, Askren defeated Nikolay Aleksakhin at ONE Championship: Global Warriors by unanimous decision.

May 26, 2017: Victory over Agilan Thani

On May 26, 2017, Askren defeated Agilan Thani via submission at ONE Championship: Dynasty of Heroes.

September 7, 2017: Victory over Zebaztian Kadestam

On September 7, 2017, Askren defeated Zebaztian Kadestam via TKO at ONE Championship: Shanghai.

November 24, 2017: Retirement Following Victory over Shinya Aoki

On November 24, 2017, Askren defeated Shinya Aoki at ONE Championship: Immortal Pursuit and announced his retirement after the fight.

March 2, 2019: UFC Debut Victory over Robbie Lawler

On March 2, 2019, Askren made his UFC debut at UFC 235 and defeated Robbie Lawler via bulldog choke in a controversial stoppage.

October 26, 2019: Loss to Demian Maia and Fight of the Night Award

On October 26, 2019, Askren lost to Demian Maia at UFC on ESPN+ 20 but earned the Fight of the Night award.

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