Overview

• Antoine Dupont sustained a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) during France's 42-27 victory over Ireland on March 8 in the Six Nations tournament.
• The injury occurred after a contested ruck involving Irish players Tadhg Beirne and Andrew Porter, leading to criticism from French officials over the lack of sanctions for the incident.
• Dupont's absence is a significant blow for the French team as they prepare for their final Six Nations match against Scotland, with Maxime Lucu likely to take his place as scrum-half.
• The French Rugby Federation has expressed frustration with World Rugby's disciplinary process after no action was taken against the Irish players involved in incidents that injured Dupont and teammate Pierre-Louis Barassi.
• Despite the setback, France remains in contention for the Six Nations title, needing a victory against Scotland to secure the championship.