All Blacks, Springboks, and England Wins Shake Up Latest World Rugby Rankings
As the November internationals commenced, several significant matches influenced the latest World Rugby rankings. Teams such as England, New Zealand, South Africa, and Scotland secured important wins against their opponents, impacting their standings ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup draw next month.
England’s Rise in the Rankings
England’s 25-7 victory over Australia at Allianz Stadium elevated them from fifth to fourth place in the World Rugby rankings. This win allowed England to gain 0.40 ranking points, while the Wallabies dropped by the same margin, now sitting behind Argentina in sixth place.
Springboks Dominate
South Africa delivered a commanding performance against Japan, winning 61-7 at Wembley Stadium. Despite scoring nine tries, the Springboks did not gain any ranking points due to the significant point differential of 18.95. Similarly, Scotland’s crushing 85-0 win over the USA at Murrayfield did not affect their ranking.
All Blacks Maintain Strong Position
The All Blacks claimed a 26-13 victory over Ireland in Chicago, earning them 0.98 ranking points. With this win, New Zealand reinforced their hold on second place, although a last-minute try was disallowed, which could have expanded their lead.
Updated World Rugby Rankings
The latest rankings highlight the competitive nature of international rugby:
| Position | Team | Points | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Africa | 92.202 | – |
| 2 | New Zealand | 91.00 | (+0.98) |
| 3 | Ireland | 88.85 | (-0.98) |
| 4 | England | 88.04 | (+0.40) |
| 5 | France | 87.82 | – |
| 6 | Argentina | 83.82 | – |
| 7 | Australia | 82.90 | (-0.40) |
| 8 | Scotland | 81.57 | – |
| 9 | Fiji | 81.16 | – |
| 10 | Italy | 77.77 | – |
Upcoming Matches Impact
Next weekend, France will face South Africa at Stade de France, presenting an opportunity for Les Bleus to reclaim their position in the rankings. The outcomes of this match and others in the upcoming internationals will further shape the rankings as the rugby world eyes the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
