WORLD RANKINGS

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Springboks stay top of the world rankings after thrilling Rugby Championship finish

South Africa remained the number-one ranked team in the world after clinching the Rugby Championship title with a tense 29-27 win over Argentina at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

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Boks within striking distance of No. 1 as Rugby Championship showdown looms

The Springboks climbed to No. 2 in the World Rugby rankings after their 30-22 win over the Wallabies in Cape Town, combined with the All Blacks' upset loss to Argentina in Buenos Aires.

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World Rankings: Springboks still No 1, but All Blacks close the gap

The Springboks remain in top spot in the World Rugby rankings following the weekend's action but the All Blacks have managed to close the gap.

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Springboks extend lead in World Rugby rankings after crucial All Blacks win

The Springboks remain at the top of the world rugby rankings following their clutch victory over the All Blacks in the Rugby Championship.

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World rankings: Springboks extend their lead at the top of the table

The Springboks consolidated their position at the top of World Rugby's latest rankings after their impressive victory over Ireland in Pretoria on Saturday.

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World rankings: Close call as Boks finish year in fourth

The Springboks missed out on overtaking the All Blacks by a fraction as they finished the year in fourth place on the World Rugby rankings.