Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC rankings due to his extended absence from competition. Covington's last fight was against Joaquin Buckley in 2024, where he suffered a stoppage loss. Since then, Covington has been involved in legal proceedings with Jorge Masvidal and has been competing in the Rapid Action Fighting (RAF) promotion instead of the UFC. The removal from rankings typically occurs when fighters remain inactive for a significant period. Covington's future in the UFC remains uncertain as he pursues activities outside the octagon.