1961 France rugby union tour of New Zealand and Australia
The 1961 France rugby union tour of Australasia was a series of matches of the France national rugby union team which toured New Zealand and Australia in 1961. France won an historical match with Australia, but was defeated (0–3) by All Black's led by Don Clarke. The French most notable players were the Camberaberò brothers, Guy e Lillian, and the captain Moncla. French players were criticised for their anger: some matches were interrupted by brawls. In the match with South Canterbury, the referee sanctioned many French fouls and expelled  the captain Michel Crauste, who had violently tackled Eddie Smith. It is said the old mother of the All Black's player came on the ground to slap the French player. Results. "Scores and results list France team's points tally first." Touring party. Full backs. Michel Vannier, Claude Lacaze Three-quarters. Henri Rancoule, Guy Boniface, Andre Boniface, Guy Calvo, Jean Pique, Jean-Vincent Dupuy Half-backs. Pierre Albaladejo, Pierre Lacroix Guy Camberabero Forwards. Pierre Cazals, Jean Laudouar, Amedee Domenech, Gerard Bouguyon, Jean-Pierre Saux, Michel Crauste, Francois Moncla (c), Michel Celaya, Roland Lefevre, Jacques Rollet, Marcel Cassiede 1961 France