Antoine Dupont injures knee, sidelined for months
France rugby captain Antoine Dupont has announced he ruptured the cruciate ligaments in his right knee during a match against Ireland. He will miss the Six Nations finale against Scotland and is expected to be out for a few months. Dupont was injured in the 30th minute of France's 42-27 victory. The incident occurred when Ireland's Tadhg Beirne fell onto Dupont's knee. The referee deemed it an accident, but France's coach expressed concern over the injury. Dupont will also miss the remainder of the domestic season with Toulouse, who are currently leading France's Top 14 league. France can secure the Six Nations title with a win against Scotland next Saturday.