Relief for France as Bernard le Roux available for Ireland clash

The news is a huge relief to the French management team given a hamstring injury has ruled Teddy Thomas out of the squad

Racing's Bernard Le Roux wins a line out against Exeter in the Champions Cup final. Picture: INPHO/Rogan Thomson

French lock Bernard le Roux will be available for selection for Saturday's Six Nations showdown with Ireland at Stade de France.

The 31-year-old faced a disciplinary hearing earlier this afternoon after he was cited for an incident involving Wales skipper in the first half of France’s 38-21 win over the Welsh in Paris on Saturday night. Le Roux faced a minimum ban of six weeks but has escaped any sanction.