💨 Abstract

The World Rugby rankings are determined via a 'Points Exchange' system where teams gain or lose points based on match outcomes, relative team strength, and victory margins. Outcomes can vary by win margins and draws, with home advantage factored in. World Cup matches have doubled weight. The system aims for fairness, accuracy, and responsiveness to recent results, with ratings typically ranging from 0 to 100.

Courtesy: Garrin Lambley