Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings due to prolonged inactivity. Covington last fought in 2024 when he suffered a stoppage loss to Joaquin Buckley. Since then, he has not competed in the octagon, instead focusing on his lawsuit against Jorge Masvidal and appearing at RAF events. The UFC typically removes fighters from rankings after extended periods without booking a fight. This removal marks a significant shift in Covington's status within the welterweight division, where he was once a top contender and title challenger.