All Blacks captain Sam Cane speaks to his team during their loss to Ireland. Photo / Photosport
The All Blacks have fallen to an all-time low in the World Rugby rankings following their 23-12 defeat to Ireland, while France have displaced South Africa at the top.
The new World Rugby standings, which reflected the outcomes from the matches across the weekend of international rugby, have seen the
All Blacks drop to their lowest ever position of fourth in the rankings.
Ireland, who made history in Dunedin by beating the All Blacks on Kiwi soil for the first time, have rocketed up to second place behind France.
Andy Farrell's men would have taken top position if not for Will Jordan's late try for the All Blacks to cut the scoreline to 11 points. Ireland would have needed a 16-point victory to secure the No 1 spot.
After beating Japan 20-15, France are top of the rankings for the first time in their history, displacing South Africa who drop to third.
