France have only won 20% of the five Six Nations Tournaments that they have played under the thumb of the big-mounted technician since 2020. Barring a miracle – which won't happen, sorry for the spoiler - France will not win the flagship competition of the Northern Hemisphere this year.

With six points in the ranking, compared to 15 for Ireland which is crushing the competition, the Blues will once again have to settle for second place after their last two matches in Wales (March 10) and against England (March 16)