Daniel Cormier has confirmed that Ben Askren remains in the hospital.
Last week, the ex-UFC fighter was reported to be in a ‘critical condition’ due to a severe case of pneumonia brought on by a staph infection.
Ben Askren’s family has been inundated with well wishes since asking everyone to pray for him.
On Wednesday, Daniel Cormier provided an update that prompted a bunch of fans to prematurely celebrate a recovery while the former two-promotion world champion remains very ill in hospital.
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Daniel Cormier says Ben Askren is still in hospital
Cormier confused some fans by saying Askren was ‘back home’ with his family
‘Funky’ has been transferred to a hospital in his home state of Wisconsin after initially falling ill during a trip to Las Vegas.
“I wanna report to you guys that he’s now back home in Wisconsin. He’s with his family, his beautiful wife, Amy,” Cormier said.
A clip of his comments was subsequently shared on social media by several people who had misunderstood the UFC Hall of Famer.
“Daniel Cormier clears the air — Ben Askren is back home and with his family after battling infection. Ignore the false rumors,” one popular MMA account wrote.
Cormier replied: “He’s back in Wisconsin in a hospital. He isn’t home.
“Please keep praying for Ben. I should have been more clear.”
Ben Askren’s wife overwhelmed by support
On Monday evening, the mother of Askren’s three children posted a statement on social media.
“Feeling so incredibly thankful for our friends and community,” Amy wrote in a Facebook post shared to her Instagram story. “It’s times like this that remind you how truly blessed you are.
“I feel God moving through the love and support we have received. I’m sorry if I haven’t had the chance to respond to you, but know I’ve seen your messages, and each one has meant so much to me.
“Please keep praying for Ben.”