Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings due to lack of activity. His last fight was against Joaquin Buckley in 2024, which he lost by stoppage. Since then, Covington has not competed in the octagon. Instead of fighting, Colby has been involved in a lawsuit with Jorge Masvidal and has been participating in events for the Russian promotion RAF. The removal from rankings typically occurs when fighters remain inactive for an extended period.