Scotland Men Archives - Page 6 of 11

15 Aug 2023 - Scotland Men

Scottish Rugby to award retrospective international caps

The decision, made by the Scottish Rugby Union Custodian Board, was announced today (Tuesday 15 August) by President Colin Rigby. He said: “Those individuals who wore the thistle with pride and distinction, whether in Services or Victory internationals during and after the Second World War, or who played under the label of a ‘Scotland XV’ […]

8 Aug 2023 - Scotland Men

Independent Disciplinary Update: Zander Fagerson

The independent Judicial Committee consisting of Rhian Williams – Chair (Wales), Jamie Corsi (Wales) and Juan Pablo Spirandelli (Argentina) heard the case, considering all the available evidence and submissions from the player and his representatives. In considering submissions made on behalf of the player, the Committee agreed to amend the offence to Law 9.20 (b) […]

6 Aug 2023 - Scotland Men

Rugby World Cup Training Squad Update

Stafford McDowall, Adam Hastings, Cameron Henderson and Kyle Rowe have returned to their clubs ahead of the match against France in St. Etienne next Saturday and the Rugby World Cup squad being named on Wednesday 16 August. Updated Scotland training squad for Rugby World Cup 2023 Forwards Ewan Ashman (Edinburgh Rugby) 8 caps Jamie Bhatti […]

2 Aug 2023 - Scotland Men

Russell to captain Scotland against France

Darcy Graham, whose brace of tries helped Scotland to a 25-13 win over Italy at the weekend, retains his place in the back three, where he is joined by fellow wing Duhan van der Merwe and Blair Kinghorn at full back. Sione Tuipulotu and Huw Jones, who were named in the 2023 Guinness Six Nations […]

26 Jul 2023 - Scotland Men

Darge to captain Scotland against Italy

The 23-year-old Glasgow Warriors flanker earned his first Scotland cap against Wales in the 2022 Guinness Six Nations and has gone onto win another six since. Darge has previous captaincy experience, leading the Scotland U20 team during the Under-20 Six Nations three years ago. Glasgow Warriors centre Stafford McDowall and Leicester Tigers second row Cameron […]

24 Jul 2023 - Scotland Men

Bunker and Shot Clock among new innovations for upcoming matches

The new Bunker review process and Hawk-Eye will feature across all games in the Series, with these innovations intended to support referees and match officials in their decision making and encourage speed of game play. The introduction of a Bunker trial in the Summer Nations Series is part of a game wide ambition to explore […]

10 Jul 2023 - Scotland Men

Scotland release Rugby World Cup 2023 kit

The home jersey is a classic, heritage dark blue, flanked by the Scottish Rugby tartan on either side, with the same features on dark blue shorts, and white socks. The alternative kit sees a return to a white jersey, patterned with the characteristics of the Scottish Rugby tartan, with blue and white shorts and socks. […]

9 Jul 2023 - Scotland Men

Rugby World Cup squad update

Bayliss replaces Andy Christie who is unable to train currently following an arm injury and will remain at his club to undergo rehabilitation. McConnochie steps in for the retired Stuart Hogg. Adam Hastings continues his recovery from his leg injury sustained in the World XV v Barbarians match at the end of the season and […]

Scotland v Ireland – Guinness Six Nations

9 Jul 2023 - Scotland Men

Stuart Hogg announces retirement from rugby

In March this year the full-back announced his decision to hang up his boots after the Rugby World Cup but following a period of reflection Hogg has decided to finish his career prior to the tournament due to the strain on his body. The 31-year-old former Glasgow Warriors and Exeter Chiefs full-back made history this […]

8 Jul 2023 - Scotland Men

Three weeks to go until Scotland face Italy in Edinburgh

Gregor Townsend’s squad have three exciting Test matches on home soil in July and August, ahead of the Rugby World Cup kicking off in September. Scotland will also play France – the second best side in the world – on Saturday 6 August (kick-off 3.15pm), before hosting Georgia in the final game of the Series […]