In a significant development in the world of mixed martial arts, Colby Covington has been officially removed from the UFC’s active roster. The 38-year-old fighter’s status has been updated to “retired” on the UFC’s official website. This change was first brought to light by UFC Roster Tracker.
Colby Covington’s UFC Journey
Colby “Chaos” Covington made his UFC debut in 2014. He quickly established himself as a formidable competitor, winning 10 of his first 11 fights. Notably, he enjoyed a seven-fight win streak that propelled him to claim the interim welterweight title.
Key Highlights
- Interim Title Victory: Covington won the interim 170-pound title in 2018 by defeating Rafael dos Anjos via unanimous decision.
- Title Controversies: His reign came to an end in 2019 when he suffered a TKO loss to Kamaru Usman.
- Later Losses: Covington faced setbacks in his career, going 2-3 since his title fight, including two losses in title bouts against Usman (2021) and Leon Edwards (2023).
Recent Competitions
Covalas of now, his last UFC fight took place in 2024, where he experienced a third-round TKO. This bout was halted by doctors due to an eye injury sustained by Covington. His overall record in the UFC stands at 12 wins and 5 losses.
Despite his departure from the UFC, Covington remains active in professional MMA. He has participated in two events under the Real American Freestyle (RAF) banner, achieving victories over notable former UFC fighters, Luke Rockhold and Dillon Danis.
Upcoming Challenges
Covington is scheduled to face former middleweight champion Chris Weidman on May 30. As he continues to compete independently, fans remain hopeful about his future endeavors in mixed martial arts.
