It was the French who caught the eye in round one with six of their eight teams winning, including Stade Rochelais and Toulon away from home.
It seems puzzling that a 19-year-old flanker should make his Test debut before seeing any action for his club.
Boyhood Edinburgh fan Connor Boyle is determined to take a big step towards establishing himself in the team this season.
Expect Bordeaux to take the frustration of last season out on their opponents this time around, but how well will they handle the loss of Semi Radradra?
Expect Bordeaux to take the frustration of last season out on their opponents this time around, but how well will they handle the loss of Semi Radradra?
Variation shines when comparing early January wingers across the Premiership, PRO14 and Top 14, Montpellier fielding players with a 56kg weight difference.
Australian Blair Connor has been at Bordeaux since 2010 and although contracted for next season, he has retired at just the age of 31.
Australian Blair Connor has been at Bordeaux since 2010 and although contracted for next season, he has retired at just the age of 31.
Lyon ran riot to thrash Agen 71-17 on Saturday, while Racing 92 and La Rochelle moved top of the Top 14 table.