So they reported that if NZ wins this game that they will automatically take over the number 1 spot. I'm not sure how they got to this conclusion give that SA is +1 up from the series after taking a 2 - 1 lead after the first test.
SA relinquished their ranking on the first test, but got it back, and then won again. So on earth can NZ claim the number 1 ranking when it is a drawn series if they win.
It looks like a win is only worth 2 points, but the difference right now
SA - 94.33
NZ - 91.90
Even if SA lose, the should still maintain their number 1 ranking as NZ would not have won the series but a draw. It is the same with any trophy, if it is a draw then the previous winning team retains the trophy.
Just another gripe on why World Rugby is bent and can't win fans over
