Updated rankings after Springboks lose to France
The Springboks' narrow defeat to France in Paris has seen a change to the World Rugby rankings on Friday night.
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Springboks beaten in Paris, lose World Rugby No 1 ranking
The Springboks fell short in their Nations Championship clash against France at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday.
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OUR CITY NEWS: Joburg pools to close in searing heat as City runs out of chlorine
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WELCOME RETURN: Returning Springboks will boost SA rugby in the short and long term
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