Ireland have more than matched their French rivals since the 2012 Six Nations
Louis Picamoles rested as boss Philippe Saint-André makes four changes
Players from ethnic minorities will play key role for Les Bleus in tournament challenge
Ireland will have a total of 17 tournament debutantes when they travel to England
Sides run in 12 tries between them in helter-skelter finale to Six Nations
Teams seeking to create mismatches both in athletic and fatigue terms in the last quarter
Midfield excellence in defending against French power runners proved key
Joe Schmidt’s fingerprints all over performance as his side keep France at bay
Inconsistent selection and brutish, forward-orientated tactics testing the patience of the French fans
Ireland should win with France a shadow of the great creative power they once were
France coach says Ireland are favourites but expects ‘another tight one’
Injured prop Alexandre Menini drops out off the team as Eddy Ben Arous steps up
Ulster man had a frustrating game against Italy comprised of chasing box-kicks and punts
23-year-old Leinster tighthead has ousted Mike Ross in Leinster team but likely to start on bench
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