Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings due to his extended period without a fight. Covington's last bout was against Joaquin Buckley in 2024, which he lost by stoppage. Since that defeat, Covington has not competed in the octagon. Instead, he has been involved in a lawsuit with Jorge Masvidal and has been making appearances at RAF (likely a wrestling or combat sports exhibition). The removal from rankings is standard UFC procedure for fighters who remain inactive for extended periods. No indication was given about when or if Covington plans to return to active competition.