France's hand replaced Ireland's on the Six Nations rugby trophy after a momentous 42-27 win at Aviva Stadium on Saturday. France decisively took over the lead of the championship with a bonus-point victory and can clinch its first title since 2022 in the final round at home next Saturday when it hosts Scotland.

France would more than likely claim victory in those circumstances, with their points difference currently standing at a huge +106 while England's is currently -3 (although that will be better should presuming they beat Italy) and Ireland's sits at +13 after the defeat.

As mentioned above, Ireland are the favourites to win this year’s championship and are the only side with a 100 per cent record so far after victories against England, Scotland and Wales.