Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings due to lack of fight activity. His last bout was against Joaquin Buckley in 2024, which he lost by finish. Since then, Covington has been involved in legal proceedings with Jorge Masvidal and has competed in the RAF promotion instead of the UFC. The removal reflects the UFC's policy on maintaining active rankings. His future in the UFC remains uncertain.