It was a case of too little too late, however. France always looked capable of taking the game to another level. Brent Liufau had the last say.
When it comes to rugby dynasties, they don't come much more famous - or for that matter sizeable - than the Tuilagis.
The Tuilagi name has been woven into the fabric of Leicester success over the past two decades, but the 20-year link is now broken with the exit of Manu.
In a week where the All Blacks’ Barrett brothers made headlines, the world was reminded that the Tuilagi family still go down as rugby’s most formidable ensemble, certainly in terms of size.
In a week where the All Blacks’ Barrett brothers made headlines, the world was reminded that the Tuilagi family still go down as rugby’s most formidable ensemble, certainly in terms of size.