How did France dethrone Ireland?
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How did France dethrone Ireland?
France blew away Ireland 27-42 to reignite their title hopes in a magnificent display in Dublin.
Not only did the French end Ireland’s ten-game winning streak at home in the Championship – their longest at home – but also their hopes of a Grand Slam.
Top 3 stats
| # | Ireland | France |
| Meters gained | 477.7 | 474.2 |
| Turnovers won | 4 | 6 |
| Tackles made | 100 | 187 |
Ireland attacked 21,8min of the game while France attacked 15,8min.
On attack, Ireland made 141 carries and France 96
Setpieces
Both teams won 100% of their scrums. France 4 and Ireland 3.
In the lineout department, Ireland won 18/19 and France 12/12.
Breakdowns
| Ruck speed | Ireland | France |
| % rucks 0-3 seconds | 59,46 | 65 |
| % rucks 4-6 seconds | 32,43 | 28,33 |
| % rucks over 6 seconds | 8,11 | 6,67 |
| Breakdown steals | 4 | 4 |
Attack
| # | Ireland | France |
| Defenders beaten | 23 | 16 |
| Total passes | 222 | 128 |
| Offloads | 8 | 9 |
| Handling errors | 19 | 11 |
| Turnovers conceded | 12 | 8 |
