Ireland flatten France in Six Nations opener

Ireland put their World Cup disappointment firmly behind them as kicked off their Grand Slam defence in style with a 38-17 win against France in Marseille. The defending Guinness Six Nations champions looked right back to their best as they pulled the French apart on home soil, with bonus-point win just Ireland’s fourth victory away to the French in 40 years.

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Ferocious France edge out Ireland in Paris thriller

France bolstered their Grand Slam ambitions with a hard fought but deserved 30-24 victory over Ireland at the Stade de France. Antoine Dupont’s stunning early try and the unerring boot of Melvyn Jaminet proved to be decisive for Les Blues.

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