The Springboks are back on top of the world following their 15 – 32 victory over Scotland at Murrayfield.
The World Rankings have seen a massive shake up at the top following a huge weekend of test rugby.
So, following the Springboks win in Scotland and Irelands shock home defeat to the All Blacks, the Irish have dropped. Meanwhile, NZ have risen. Finally, the Springboks have returned to the top of the summit.
UPDATED RUGBY WORLD RANKINGS
| 1 | (↑2) | South Africa | 92.23 | (+0.46) |
| 2 | (↑3) | New Zealand | 91.21 | (+1.55) |
| 3 | (↓1) | Ireland | 90.58 | (-1.55) |
| 4 | France | 86.96 | ||
| 5 | (↑6) | Argentina | 85.60 | (+1.30) |
| 6 | (↑7) | Scotland | 82.93 | (-0.46) |
| 7 | (↓5) | England | 82.62 | (-1.81) |
| 8 | (↑9) | Australia | 81.14 | (+1.81) |
| 9 | (↑10) | Fiji | 80.07 | (+1.00) |
| 10 | (↓8) | Italy | 78.67 | (-1.30) |
SPRINGBOKS CAN FINISH 2024 ON TOP OF THE WORLD
The Springboks opened their end of year tour with a gritty 32-15 win over Scotland.
Furthermore, the All Blacks stunned the Irish 23-13 which resulted in the Ireland dropping from first to third. Meanwhile, the Boks returned to the top and NZ rose from third to second.
The Boks victory over the Scots has allowed the Springboks to build some breathing space between themselves and the rest of the world. Therefore, they have a golden opportunity to finish the 2024 rugby season as the number one ranked rugby team in the world. The Springboks take on England on 16 November 2024 before closing off their tour against Wales in Cardiff on the 23 November.
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