Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings due to an extended period without competing. Covington last fought in 2024 when he suffered a stoppage loss to Joaquin Buckley. Since that defeat, he has remained inactive inside the octagon for nearly two years. Instead of fighting in the UFC, Covington has been involved in a lawsuit with Jorge Masvidal and has made appearances with the RAF promotion. His removal from the rankings represents a significant fall for the former title challenger who was once a top contender.
