With Montpellier now crowned Top 14 champions, attention turns to the players each side has brought in to better their chances of winning the trophy next season. Newcomers Bayonne have been the busiest in the transfer market, releasing players...
France is no longer a haven for foreign players. Its shifting tides that could redefine world rugby.
Tommy Seymour, Blair Kinghorn and Stuart Hogg will miss Scotland's final Six Nations match, while France will also be without two players.
Scott Barrett put the rugby world on notice with his collective effort against France.
France halfback Morgan Parra will lead his side for their final Test against the All Blacks on Saturday.
An unfortunate incident meant the contest was all but over in Wellington after just 12 minutes of play.
France have made five changes to their starting XV to face New Zealand in Wellington, as the All Blacks keep faith with the same side.
France captain Guilhem Guirado will sit out the tour of New Zealand next month, with Jacques Brunel making a series of calls that may draw criticism.
France head coach Jacques Brunel has named his side to face England in the Natwest 6 Nations on Saturday