Doussain breaks off the top of the line out and feeds Andreu, who makes great yards to get the French into the New Zealand 22. New Zealand scramble to turn the ball over, Dagg hacks the ball clear and Ben Smith chases up to put a huge hit in on Huget. The ball is eventually knocked on by the ABs at a messy ruck, but what a passage of play.
Looks like Reed took a bite out of a Frenchie
France looking very good in these opening exchanges. After repelling a big AB attack they move the ball down the field, Tales looking good attacking the line. Move peters on the 22, where Fritz slots an excellent drop goal. Coming up to 10 mins gone, France lead.
Blood reversel, Huget with blood streaming from his nose.
Lightening start to the game, Carter blocked down straight from the kickoff, Tales dinks the ball over the top for Fofana to run on to, and with the ball trickling over the line, Nigel Owens calls the play back for a contentious offside.
Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugbys coverage of the third test between New Zealand and France. In what is the final game of France's long and dismal season the French will surely be looking to finish on a high against an ever improving New Zealand side who see the imperious Carter return to outhalf. Conditions are dry in New Plymouth which should encourage an exciting running display from two side who thrive with ball in hand. Just minutes now from kick-off, surely the AB's will prove too strong?
Big game for Victor Vito
Can't wait! For the game to start!
Rene ranger going to be awsime one
Awesome