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Clement Mazella
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Nov. 24, 2024 at 7:02 a.m.
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Fabien Galthié used 30 players for this fall tour 2024 of the XV of France. Among them, 17 forwards. Some scored points when it came time to take stock, like Paul Boudehent or Jean-Baptiste Gros. Disappointments are rare. At the time of Rugby invites you to take stock of the pack on these 3 autumn matches, including playing time.
Front row: Mauvaka, number 1
Among the forwards, the No. 1 lesson is the importance taken by Peato Mauvaka. Dynamic as can be, strong in defense and in the rucks, solid on impacts, the Toulouse native has adopted the number 2 flocked jersey. He is the most used forward during this fall tour. Julien Marchand now acts as an understudy, and brings a complementary profile, more focused on physical density and phases of conquest.
Among the pillars, Jean-Baptiste Gros is the one who scored the most points. Taking advantage of the absence of the injured Cyril Baille, the Toulon pillar performed in defense, in scrum, and in his ability to multiply runs. He seems to be ahead of Reda Wardi, who still remains a high-level option. There is nothing to worry about on the left of the scrum.
On the right was the big construction site. Especially since captain Uini Atonio suffered a calf problem, which allowed the staff to launch Tevita Tatafu. The Bayonnais will need to be seen again because, after a good performance against Japan, he was very quickly injured against the All Blacks. The Rochelais George-Henri Colombe had difficulties in the scrum, but his density in duels, and his ability to scratch balls, are serious assets. If there are no injuries, we should leave with this trio for the 2025 6 Nations Tournament.
- Peato Mauvaka : 190 minutes
- Reda Wardi: 136 minutes
- George-Henri Colombe: 128 minutes
- Jean-Baptiste Gros: 104 minutes
- Julien Marchand : 89 minutes
- Avoid Tatafu : 60 minutes
- Atonius of wine : 52 minutes
Second line: The Meafou beam
Toulouse's Emmanuel Meafou impressed with his toughness, his offensive tackles and his ability to physically mark his opponents. He has appropriated the number 5 flocked jersey, it is now obvious. At his side, RAS at Thibaud Flament, always as constant. Romain Taofifenua was only passing through, quickly injured against the All Blacks.
Finally, let's give an honorable mention to Mickaël Guillard. The Lyonnais, very strong in the Top 14, confirmed that he had the funds and the qualities to compete at international level. Pep's, power and a real versatile 4-5-6-8 solution. It's extremely precious.
- Thibaud Flament: 175 minutes
- Emmanuel Meafou : 151 minutes
- Mickaël Guillard: 100 minutes
- Romain Taofifenua : 8 minutes
Third line: Powerful Boudehent
If François Cros remains as indispensable to this 3e tricolor line, as he shines in all defensive tasks and his ability to always be supportive via intelligent runs, Paul Boudehent is the one who, in the post, emerges victorious from this autumn tour. Physically, he's a buffalo. Gave himself 3 tests during the month of November.
Designated sideline captain, Alexandre Roumat has gained depth in the French group, and today it is an element that counts. Downside: he was often penalized. Demoted in the hierarchy, Charles Ollivon was able to remember the good memories of the French coaches, returning against the All Blacks, before being enormous against Argentina.
If we had to find a disappointment among the forwards, it would probably be Grégory Alldritt. The Rochelais is invested, and does not shy away from the task. But he made fewer differences in the duels, and pushed his team forward less than usual. Marko Gazzotti had his first cape, and he really deserves to be seen again.
- Alexandre Roumat: 179 minutes
- Paul Boudehent : 156 minutes
- Gregory Alldritt: 128 minutes
- François Cros: 120 minutes
- Charles Ollivon : 104 minutes
- Marko Gazzotti : 40 minutes
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