🏉 Exciting Shake-Up in World Rugby Rankings! 🏉
With the autumn internationals kicking off, we’ve got some thrilling changes in the world rugby rankings just as the Rugby World Cup draw approaches. England has made a significant leap, overtaking France after a solid 25-7 triumph over Australia. They’re now snapping at Ireland’s heels, only 0.81 points away from claiming a higher spot after Ireland’s setback against New Zealand.
Next up, England faces Fiji, while Ireland takes on Japan. But all eyes are on the third round, where England faces the mighty All Blacks and Ireland takes on Australia. These matches could shake things up even more!
Australia’s loss has put them in a precarious position, falling further behind Argentina and currently sitting in seventh place. With the Rugby World Cup draw looming in December, the pressure is on. The top six teams will secure first seeds for the 2027 tournament, set to be hosted by Australia. Falling outside this bracket could spell a challenging path ahead for teams in the second tier.
Meanwhile, Wales gears up for their opening autumn clash against Argentina with a new coach at the helm. They’ve had a tough run recently, but a win here could steady the ship as they aim to keep their ranking steady before the World Cup draw.
Excitement’s in the air, with the Rugby World Cup draw scheduled for December 3rd in Sydney. With expansion underway, the tournament promises an intense battle across six pools, culminating in a thrilling final on November 13th.
Rugby fans, get ready for a rollercoaster of action in the coming weeks! Stay updated and cheer on your favourite teams as the drama unfolds. 🙌🏆