Ireland's victory sends them top of the world rankings

July 16, 2022
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Ireland's second victory over the All Blacks has seen them dethrone France as the top ranked side in World Rugby.

France moved to the top of the world rankings for the first time in their history after Ireland beat the All Blacks in the second test, with South Africa's loss to Wales in test two saw them relinquish top spot.

Ireland would have gone top of the rankings had they beaten the All Blacks by more than 15 points in test two but now return to the top of the rankings for the first time in three years.

The 22-32 loss means that New Zealand remains in their lowest-ever ranking of fourth while England's 17-21 victory over Australia means they have narrowed the gap on the All Blacks.

Ireland's victory over New Zealand means that they are now the no.1 ranked side in World Rugby 🔝☘️#NZLvIRE pic.twitter.com/RxC4U3TE3X

— Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) July 16, 2022

Australia moves down to seventh while Scotland, who still need to face Argentina, have moved into sixth.

Argentina cannot improve on ninth place even if they beat Scotland by more than 15 points.

South Africa cannot improve their rating with victory over Wales due to the 7.33 rating points between the sides before home weighting is factored in. The Springboks could drop in defeat.

^{The rankings are officially updated every Monday after a test weekend at noon (BST).}

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