Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC rankings due to lack of fights. Covington's last bout was against Buckley in 2024, which he lost by stoppage. Since then, Covington has been involved in a lawsuit with Jorge Masvidal and has competed for RAF rather than returning to the UFC octagon. The removal from rankings is standard UFC protocol for fighters who remain inactive for extended periods. This development raises questions about Covington's future with the promotion.