Ireland will be without Garry Ringrose for their crucial Six Nations clash with France after the centre's red card against Wales was upheld by a disciplinary committee on Thursday, but he should be available for the final game against Italy.

Ireland and France have set up their blockbuster clash in the Six Nations next month with contrasting wins in the third round

France will face unbeaten Six Nations leader Ireland in a buoyant mood after thrashing Italy by a record-high 73-24 in Rome.

After record-breaking afternoon for France against Italy in Rome on Sunday, focus quickly shifted to their next Six Nations meeting against Ireland with captain Antoine Dupont describing it as a potential tournament decider.

The 73-24 victory over the Italians was the biggest scoreline for Les Bleus in the Six Nations. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Garry Ringrose is suspended for Ireland's Six Nations match with France following his red card in last weekend's win over Wales in Cardiff.

IRELAND CENTRE GARRY Ringrose will miss his side’s round four Six Nations clash with France in Dublin on 8 March due to suspension. An independent disciplinary panel handed Ringrose a three-game ban following his red card against Wales last weekend,