Le crunch! Will it it be Les Bleues finest win - 6 Nations Grande finale!

Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper preview Le Crunch as France, unbeaten in this Six Nations, face England’s Red Roses, unbeaten since losing to France in 2018, in the sold-out finale at Stade Chaban-Delmas in Bordeaux, discussing France’s improved belief under their new coach, Francois Ratier, defensive strength, discipline, but aware of the threats posed by England.  They then review Top 14 Round 24 fixtures, explain the barrage playoff format, and assess the tight race for the top six, with Toulouse leading and Montpellier in second after a strong win over Toulon featuring a standout Antoine Dupont display. In Pro D2, they recap Vannes finishing top ahead of Colomiers, outline upcoming barrages and relegation playoffs, and share news on Montpellier under Bernard Laporte, Billy Vunipola, Luke Whitelock’s retirement, Juan Cruz Mallia’s Toulouse extension to 2029, and Vannes player retirements.

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