UFC releases Colby Covington and three other fighters

The UFC has released four fighters from its roster, most notably Colby Covington. Covington departs with a 17-5 overall record and 12-5 UFC record. Also cut were Brad Riddell (10-4 overall, 4-3 UFC) who is on a three-fight losing streak and hasn't fought since 2022, Nathan Fletcher (1-2 UFC) who recently competed outside the organization in Cage Warriors, and Mayra Bueno Silva (5-7-1 UFC) who went winless in her last six fights with her most recent victory in 2023. The post speculates whether Covington might join MVP to face Nate Diaz.