Colby Covington removed from UFC rankings due to inactivity

Colby Covington has been removed from the UFC welterweight rankings due to lack of activity. Covington last fought in 2024 when he lost via stoppage to Joaquin Buckley. Since that defeat, Covington has not competed in the UFC octagon. He is currently involved in a legal dispute with Jorge Masvidal and has been competing in the RAF promotion. The UFC regularly removes inactive fighters from rankings to maintain current competitive standings. Covington's removal reflects the promotion's policy on fighter activity requirements.