Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings due to his extended absence from competition. Covington's last fight was against Joaquin Buckley in 2024, which ended in a stoppage loss for the former interim champion. Since that defeat, Covington has not competed in the octagon. Instead, he has been involved in legal proceedings with Jorge Masvidal and has made appearances at RAF events. The UFC's decision reflects their policy of maintaining active rankings that represent currently competing fighters.