Following the injury of Gabin Villière, it is most likely the Lyonnais Ethan Dumortier who should be established on the wing during the match of the XV of France in Italy on Sunday.
This Friday noon, Fabien Galthié will reveal his starting XV for the first match of the 6 Nations Tournament, in Italy on Sunday. A composition which should prove to be no surprise, as the holders seem to have been one step ahead of the finishers for many months in the eyes of Fabien Galthié. It thus seems impossible that the hinge is not composed of Romain Ntamack and Antoine Dupont, or that the first line is not formed of Cyril Baille, Julien Marchand and Uini Atonio. But due to the injuries, there may be some uncertainties, and the main one lies in the winger position. While Gabin Villière (27, 12 caps, 6 tries) was the favorite to wear No. 11, the Toulonnais injured his left ankle during Thursday’s training in Capbreton. He was replaced during this session by Ethan Dumortier, and except surprise, it is therefore he who should take place on the wing opposite to Damian Penaud.
Dumortier best try scorer in the Top 14
The native of Lyon and LOU player since 2017 should thus honor his very first selection in blue, at 22 years old. Currently top 14 try scorer (eight tries in twelve games), the former U20 and rugby 7s international had last week in an interview with The team that he would not hesitate to seize his chance if it arose: “The objective for me is clearly to shake up the codes, but not to skip the stages. I try to do my best and bring my personal touch to this group. Potentially, if it does, then I’ll get a chance to play a game. I don’t take it that way anymore. Gabin Villière, who is greatly missed in this group, is a different player from me, with his own qualities. I have others. I try to bring my personal touch. “It is up to him to convince the coach on Sunday that he is more than a substitute.
The probable composition of the XV of France in Italy: Ramos – Penaud, Moefana, Fickou, Dumortier – (o) Ntamack, (m) Dupont (cap.) – Ollivon, Alldritt, Jelonch – Willemse, Flament – Atonio, Marchand, Baille
