The Springboks have dropped to fifth in the World Rugby rankings, while the All Blacks have extended their lead at the top.

South Africa’s 25-24 loss to New Zealand at Newlands on Saturday has seen them demoted one place in the rankings, with their points tally shrinking from 85.35 to 85.04.

The All Blacks earned a 0.31 rating point increase from 95.21 to 95.52, extending their overall lead over the chasing pack to 5.38 points.

Meanwhile, the Wallabies have jumped two spots to third following their 37-20 bonus-point win over Argentina in Mendoza. Australia gained 0.93 of a point to elevate their tally to 85.59.

Argentina remain in 10th position, but received a 0.93 point deduction.

World Rugby rankings (Top 20)

1. New Zealand 95.52
2. England 90.14
3. Australia 85.59
4. Ireland 85.39
5. South Africa 85.04
6. Scotland 82.47
7. Wales 81.73
8. France 79.63
9. Fiji 79.48
10. Argentina 76.93
11. Japan 73.79
12. Georgia 73.41
13. Tonga 71.72
14. Italy 71.00
15. Romania 70.27
16. Samoa 69.67
17. USA 65.84
18. Uruguay 63.15
19. Spain 63.15
20. Russia 63.13
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