Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings following an extended period without competition. Covington's last fight was in 2024 when he lost by stoppage to Joaquin Buckley. Since then, he has not competed inside the octagon, leading to his removal from the official rankings. Despite his absence from UFC competition, Covington has remained active in other areas, including ongoing legal proceedings with Jorge Masvidal and making an appearance with RAF. The removal marks a significant development for the former interim welterweight champion, who had been a fixture in the division's top rankings for years. His inactivity and lack of scheduled fights prompted the UFC to clear his position from the rankings to make room for active competitors.
