What time is France v Ireland kick-off and what TV channel is it on today?

Ireland travel to Paris on Saturday as they take on tournament favourites France in the second round of the 2022 Six Nations.

Both teams got off to a flying start with convincing wins last weekend, with Andy Farrell's side dominating defending champions Wales to run out 29-7 winners, while the French scored five tries in a 37-10 victory over Italy.

Ireland are looking to secure their 10th successive win in the competition, but will be without captain Jonny Sexton, who is ruled out of this weekend's fixture with a hamstring strain, while France have made two changes to their side, with centre Yoram Moefana making his first Six Nations start.

Here's everything you need to know about Saturday's match:

Ireland v France is due to kick off at on Saturday, February 12, at Stade de France in Paris.

Scotland v England is being broadcast live on ITV1 with coverage beginning at 4pm.

You will also be able to watch the match via live stream on the ITV Hub.

James Ryan will captain Ireland on Saturday as Johnny Sexton misses out due to a hamstring strain sustained in training this week.

Sexton will be replaced at fly-half by Munster's Joey Carbery in what is the only change made by Andy Farrell from his side's thumping victory over Wales last weekend.

Mack Hansen keeps his place following his Player of the Round performance on his debut, with Andrew Conway and Hugo Keenan making up the back three.

Carbery is partnered by Jamison Gibson Park at scrum-half, while Bundee Aki and Garry Ringrose start in midfield.

Skipper Ryan is joined at lock by Tadhg Beirne. The backrow sees Caelan Doris at six, Josh van der Flier at seven and Jack Conan at No.8 with Andrew Porter, Ronan Kelleher and Tadhg Furlong completing the front row.

Jack Carty