The Montpellier forward has thrived since leaving South Africa. By Kit Shepard
France
Six Nations France v Ireland preview
Everything you need to know as Ireland head to Paris
Did you notice Antoine Dupont’s silver boots?
the France scrum-half – and plenty of forwards – wore the latest shiny adidas numbers
Who is Yoram Moefana: Ten things you should know about the France centre
The centre traversed the globe to become a French international. Kit Shepard reports
Who is Cyril Baille: Ten things you should know about the France prop
Kit Shepard reports on the dependable Toulouse loosehead
France v Ireland: Five of the best Six Nations matches
From iconic hat-tricks to mammoth drop goals, Kit Shepard looks back on the great France v Ireland clashes
Who is Julien Marchand: Ten things you should know about the France hooker
Kit Shepard takes a look at the front-rower's story so far
Who is Gregory Alldritt: Ten things you should know about the France back-row
From Scottish roots to outstanding individual displays, Kit Shepard has the lowdown on the La Rochelle back-rower
Who is Jonathan Danty: Ten things you should know about the France centre
The centre has been a feature in French rugby for more than a decade, Kit Shepard reveals
Gabin Villiere hat-trick as France beat Italy
Gabin Villiere hat-trick as France beat Italy It’s more than a decade since a Frenchman scored a hat-trick in the Six Nations, but Gabin Villiere’s three tries against Italy helped…