The FMF Flying Fijians are the big movers in the latest IRB World Rankings while Wales have paid a heavy price for their Rugby World Cup exit.
Fiji jumped two spots to No.9 following their big win on Sunday when they defeated the Welsh to claim second place in Pool B and a quarterfinal match against South Africa in Marseille on Monday.
It is Fiji's first time in the top 10 since 2005.
Team coach Ilivasi Tabua said they have taken Fiji rugby to another level.
Meanwhile, Wales moved two slots the other way to No.10, their lowest position since the rankings started in October 2003.
Scotland has also jumped two places up and they are now ranked No.8 in the world.
Although Ireland did not qualify for the World Cup quarterfinals, they are on seventh place and reigning champions England on 6th.
The top five places are unchanged with New Zealand ahead of Australia, South Africa, Argentina and France.
Flying Fijians Now in Top 10
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