Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings due to a lack of recent fights. Covington last competed in 2024 when he suffered a stoppage loss to Joaquin Buckley. Since then, he has not booked another bout inside the octagon. Instead, Covington has been involved in legal proceedings with Jorge Masvidal and has made appearances with the RAF promotion. The removal from the rankings marks a significant decline for the former interim welterweight champion who was once a top contender in the division.