Antoine Dupont

Dupont leads through complete command of the contest. His authority comes from his ability to influence every phase, make the correct decision under extreme pressure and repeatedly deliver when France or Toulouse need something exceptional. Since becoming France captain in November 2021, he has combined tactical control with an extraordinary winning record, directing his country through a Grand Slam, three Six Nations titles and victories against every Tier One opponent.

Antoine Gilbert Louis Dupont is a French scrum-half capable of operating at fly-half and performing virtually every responsibility found on a rugby pitch. His breakdown ability rivals world-class flankers, his defensive strength and tackling technique compare with elite forwards, and his speed, support running and finishing make him a terrifying try-scoring threat. Equally dangerous with either foot, Dupont can control territory through pinpoint kicking and spectacular 50:22s while possessing the vision to identify opportunities before they fully develop. He has no meaningful weakness: he can dictate, create, finish, defend, jackal, kick and transform the rhythm of a match. His extraordinary transition into Sevens reinforced that reputation. In a single campaign, he helped a France side that had endured years without tournament success win every competition he entered, including Olympic gold, before being named the world's best Sevens player. Combined with his World Rugby Player of the Year award in the 15-a-side game, countless tournament selections and an all-time trophy cabinet, Dupont has already created one of rugby's greatest careers.