Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC rankings due to lack of fights. Covington last competed against Joaquin Buckley in 2024, losing by stoppage. Despite his removal from rankings, Covington is currently involved in a lawsuit with Jorge Masvidal and has competed in RAF. The UFC typically removes fighters from rankings after extended periods of inactivity.