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France's costly Grand slam dream

INJURY UPDATE: France prop Cyril Baille announced on Sunday that he will miss the Grand Slam-chasing side’s final two Six Nations matches with a right shoulder injury.

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The 26-year-old, who has made 19 international appearances, was replaced at half-time of France’s 27-23 win over Wales in Cardiff on Saturday by Jean-Baptiste Gros.

“Unfortunately it’s the end of the tournament for me,” Baille tweeted.

“Dislocation of the right shoulder which will keep me off the pitch for a few weeks. I’ll be your first supporter for the last two games.”

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France, who have also beaten England and Italy to top the Six Nations table, face Scotland at Murrayfield on March 8 before hosting Ireland in a possible Grand Slam decider on March 14.

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Les Bleus have not won a Grand Slam since their most recent Six Nations title in 2010.

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