The All Blacks are set to extend their place as the world's No.1 rugby nation to eight years next month.

They have played 106 tests for 95 wins, three draws and eight losses.

The world champions, who have lost just four rugby Tests in four years, earned an additional 0.31 of a rating point to secure a total of 95.52.

Second-place England are on 90.14 points.

Elsewhere, Australia has lifted from fifth to third after winning two, drawing two and losing two of their Rugby Championship games.

The Wallabies jump over Ireland and South Africa.

Argentina remains in 10th place after losing all six Championship games.

WORLD RUGBY RANKINGS:
1. New Zealand: 95.52
2. England: 90.14
3. Australia: 85.59
4. Ireland: 85.39
5. South Africa: 85.03
6. Scotland: 82.47
7. Wales: 81.73
8. France: 79.63
9. Fiji: 79.48
10. Argentina: 76.93