Raphael Ibanez claims the Aviva Stadium is no longer 'hell' to France - but fears a big home crowd reaction for Saturday's high-stakes Six Nations clash (2.15pm).
The meeting of the world's top ranked teams - Ireland are first, France second - is seen by many as a potential Grand Slam decider.
Les Bleus have arrived in Dublin on the back of a 14-match unbeaten run and are defending champions.