Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC rankings due to lack of fights. His last bout was against Buckley in 2024, which he lost by stoppage. Since then, Covington has not competed in the octagon. Instead, he has been involved in a lawsuit with Jorge Masvidal and has made appearances at RAF events. The UFC typically removes fighters from rankings after extended periods of inactivity to keep the rankings current and reflective of active competitors. Covington's removal marks a significant shift for the former welterweight title challenger who was once a top contender in the division.
