Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC rankings due to lack of fights. His last bout was against Joaquin Buckley in 2024, which he lost by stoppage. Since then, Covington has been involved in legal proceedings with Jorge Masvidal and has competed in RAF instead of the UFC. The removal from rankings is standard procedure for fighters who have extended periods of inactivity. No information is provided about when or if Covington plans to return to UFC competition.