Closing the gap: All Blacks creeping up on Boks’ No 1 ranking

South Africa’s Springboks retained the top position in the world rugby rankings following their victory over Italy. New Zealand could overtake them if the All Blacks beat Wales and South Africa lose to France this weekend. The rankings race puts the Springboks’ next match in focus as they seek to maintain their standing at the summit of international rugby.

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