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England`s thrilling win over France highlights the excitement of the Six Nations Championship and impacts World Rugby rankings.

England pulled off a stunning upset with a narrow 26-25 victory over France at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham. This remarkable win not only boosted England`s morale but also propelled them past Scotland into sixth place in the World Rugby rankings. The match was a nail-biter, showcasing England`s resilience and tactical prowess against a formidable French side.

Italy made headlines as well, achieving a historic 22-15 win over Wales in Rome, marking the first time Italy has defeated Wales back-to-back. This victory adds to Italy`s growing reputation in the Six Nations Championship. Meanwhile, Ireland continued their dominance with an impressive 32-18 victory over Scotland at Murrayfield Stadium, securing their 11th consecutive win against the Scots. This result has brought Ireland closer to South Africa in the rankings, now just 1.42 rating points behind.

As the Six Nations Championship progresses, the current World Rugby rankings stand as follows: South Africa leads at 92.78, followed by Ireland at 91.36, and New Zealand at 90.36. England now sits at 83.63, with Scotland trailing closely at 82.99. Looking ahead, the Rugby Championship will feature a crucial match between Argentina and South Africa at Twickenham Stadium in London on October 4, 2025, which could have significant implications for the tournament`s outcome.

For more details on the latest rankings, visit World Rugby rankings and stay tuned for the upcoming matches in the Rugby Championship.

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