The FIJI Water Flying Fijians have climbed to ninth place in the latest World Rugby rankings after beating Japan 34-28 in a Test match last week, maintaining their position among the world's top 10 teams.
The Flying Fijians have accumulated 77.85 ranking points, placing them ahead of Wales, who sit in 10th place with 76.38 points.
South Africa lead the world rankings with 93.09 points, followed by New Zealand in second place with 92.27 points.
Ireland are third with 88.08 points, while France sit fourth with 87.43 points.
England are ranked fifth with 85.68 points, followed by Scotland in sixth with 84.78 points.
Australia occupy seventh place with 84.43 points, while Argentina are eighth with 82.24 points.
Fiji's ninth-place ranking reinforces their position among the world's leading rugby nations.
The Flying Fijians will now look to build on their victory over Japan and strengthen their position as they continue their international campaign.
Every Test match provides Fiji with an opportunity to earn valuable ranking points and showcase the talent, flair and determination that have made the Flying Fijians a respected force in international rugby.
