Wales lock Alun Wyn Jones is keen to see Test rugby keep its fierce physical edge as his side prepare to face France.
Maxime Medard has urged caution against an in-form Wales side ahead of France's Six Nations trip to Cardiff.
Robin McBryde says Wales have to ignore their previous record against France ahead of Friday's pivotal Six Nations showdown.
Djibril Camara will make his France debut as one of five changes to their side for Friday's Six Nations clash with Wales.
Alex Cuthbert, Bradley Davies and Dan Lydiate are in Wales' starting XV for Friday's Six Nations clash with France in Cardiff.
France have suffered a double blow ahead of their Six Nations game with Wales after Teddy Thomas and Marvin O'Connor were injured