FABIEN Galthie has marked the start of his reign as France coach with a new-look squad for the Six Nations.
Yoann Huget, Maxime Medard and Camille Lopez are among the experienced hands left out, with powerful wing Alivereti Raka also omitted.
Nineteen uncapped players are in the 42-man group, including fly-half Louis Carbonel and flanker Cameron Woki.
Toulon’s Charles Ollivon, who has just 11 caps, has been named captain, replacing the retired Guilhem Guirado.
The 26-year-old flanker’s first match as captain will be against England at the Stade de France on February 2.
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