Corey Hill's Wife -- My Husband's Not Dead ... Please Pray For Him

The wife of former UFC fighter Corey Hill tells TMZ Sports ... her husband is still alive and fighting for his life ... despite statements from family, friends and the UFC saying he passed away this morning.

Hill's close friends and family members had told the media earlier today that Hill died after a bout with pneumonia.

But Lauran Hill says Corey is "resting and still alive" and they're praying he makes a full recovery.

"My husband is a strong fighter. Please everyone pray for him."