Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC rankings because he has not competed in a fight. His last bout was a 2024 loss by stoppage to Joaquin Buckley. Since then, Covington has been involved in a lawsuit with Jorge Masvidal and has been competing in the RAF promotion instead of the UFC. The removal from rankings is a direct consequence of his extended absence from UFC competition. Details on when or if Covington plans to return were not mentioned.