There was a time when Ben Askren had zero chances to be in the UFC because of a previous long-standing feud with company president Dana White as far back as 2012. Six years later, the UFC made a landmark deal that got the “Funky” one signed to fight in the Octagon.
Askren’s inclusion into the UFC roster had opened up the possibility for many matchups at 170 pounds, his home weight class since he began his professional career in 2009. And he will likely be getting an elite name upon his arrival, at least according to Dana White.