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Gregor Townsend names Scotland team showing two changes for Ireland

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Gregor Townsend has named a Scotland team to host Ireland showing two changes from their Guinness Six Nations round three defeat away to France. The Scots lost out 21-32 in Paris but they still retain a chance of winning title and can clinch a first Triple Crown since 1990 with a win over the Irish at Murrayfield.

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With Grant Gilchrist suspended following his Stade de France red card, Jonny Gray has been promoted from the bench.

The other change is also in the pack with French game sub Jack Dempsey swapping places with the benched Hamish Watson. His inclusion at No8 means Matt Fagerson will switch to No6.

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Townsend went with a six/two forwards/backs bench split versus the French but the Scotland team to face Ireland will have a five/three cover as the place given up by the promoted lock Gray has been taken by midfielder Chris Harris.

Another change in the subs sees tighthead Simon Berghan take over from WP Nel.

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Scotland team (vs Ireland, Sunday – 3:0pm)
15. Stuart Hogg (Exeter Chiefs) – Vice-Captain – 99 caps
14. Kyle Steyn (Glasgow Warriors) 8 caps
13. Huw Jones (Glasgow Warriors) 34 caps
12. Sione Tuipulotu (Glasgow Warriors) 14 caps
11. Duhan van der Merwe (Edinburgh Rugby) 26 caps
10. Finn Russell (Racing 92) 68 caps
9. Ben White (London Irish) 12 caps
1. Pierre Schoeman (Edinburgh Rugby) 19 caps
2. George Turner (Glasgow Warriors) 33 caps
3. Zander Fagerson (Glasgow Warriors) 56 caps
4. Richie Gray (Glasgow Warriors) 72 caps
5. Jonny Gray (Exeter Chiefs) – Vice-Captain – 75 caps
6. Matt Fagerson (Glasgow Warriors) 31 caps
7. Jamie Ritchie (Edinburgh Rugby) – Captain – 39 caps
8. Jack Dempsey (Glasgow Warriors) 7 caps

Replacements
16. Fraser Brown (Glasgow Warriors) 60 caps
17. Jamie Bhatti (Glasgow Warriors) 28 caps
18. Simon Berghan (Glasgow Warriors) 32 caps
19. Scott Cummings (Glasgow Warriors) 23 caps
20. Hamish Watson (Edinburgh Rugby) 55 caps
21. Ali Price (Glasgow Warriors) 59 caps
22. Blair Kinghorn (Edinburgh Rugby) 41 caps
23. Chris Harris (Gloucester Rugby) 41 caps

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Spew_81 10 minutes ago
Broken hand or not, Richie Mo'unga is still New Zealand's best 10

The coaches who like these ideas ( e.g. non specialist/positionless/play what’s in front of you rugby) are often successful innovators e.g. Hansen, W Smith, E Jones etc.


I think they get it in their head that they have to be constantly innovating to stay on top. Sometimes the best thing is just to focus on the basics/current pattern.


To a degree I think that type of coach gets bored - unless they are trying to break the mold. But also, their success to that point and personality type won’t allow them to drop the new idea and admit they were wrong.


Much like when the All Blacks were going to have a ‘flat backline’ in the Henry era. They were adamant that it was going to work, eventually. They were prepared to lose a few tests to achieve it. After the 2009 season (losing 0-3 to the Springboks) they were more than willing to give up 20 meters to offset the 'rush defense’. They generally go that 20 meters back and more on top. It was to Henry’s credit be changed how the backline worked e.g. abandoned the ‘flat backline’ and dropped the power wings for three fullback/right wings.


With the benefit of 20/20 hindsight: a Cruden(10)/B Barrett(15) combo might’ve been better for the 2016-2019 cycle; and a Mo’unga(10)/B Barrett(15) combo might’ve been better for the 2016-2019 cycle. Then maybe Mo’unga(10)/Jordan (15) [with McKenzie at reserve 9] for the 2020-2023 cycle.


I went off the deep end a bit the end of the comment, see who reads that far down :)

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Cantab 13 minutes ago
Wallabies great tips upset ahead of pivotal Barrett and McKenzie clash

Dmac is at his best when his team mates are on top of their opposition and he has the space to cut loose. BB is a more tactical player and not as flamboyant. This match is likely to be a tight affair and grind which I believe will suit the Blues more than the Chiefs. The Aussies may well be right for once.

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fl 20 minutes ago
Only two Lions make Gallagher Premiership team of the season

Lol

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fl 20 minutes ago
Only two Lions make Gallagher Premiership team of the season

So was Pollock 6 months ago. I’d pick Cotgreave to start against Argentina.

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NB 22 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Yes I can see Joe going with someone other than Hunter at 12 too…

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NB 24 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

There are three of you now🤣

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NB 25 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

If he can get over his dislike of ppl going overseas, Joe may pick him. Could be the best option at 6 right now if Skelton plays 4.

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Otagoman II 26 minutes ago
Broken hand or not, Richie Mo'unga is still New Zealand's best 10

Well I do wonder if Mo’unga just wants to stay at home often with his family instead of being away for weeks on end with the ABs. Good money in Japan, nice environment and enjoyment of play.

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NB 26 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Living the good life Carlos!

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NB 27 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

You’ll never see more than an 8-match tour max now Miz😒

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NB 28 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Moment of truth approaches!

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NB 30 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Very artistic with the emojis HH!

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NB 31 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Not I Miz!

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NB 34 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Yes how are you feeling after that season in review? Signs of hope or more of the same?

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NB 35 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

It’s fair point, tho tbf to the Brums they would prob prefer it that way too!

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NB 36 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Yes you do have to keep that aggression at the BD rather than just maneuvering for position for the droppie. That’s when you get passive and start inviting the pen.

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Chiefs Mana 37 minutes ago
Broken hand or not, Richie Mo'unga is still New Zealand's best 10

It’s very fair to say Richie had more underwhelming performances for the ABs than convincing ones - he played well at the World Cup, I’m disappointed he chose to go abroad and I think it speaks volumes…he could’ve dictated terms to NZR and earned great money to boot. I’m sick of hearing about him in Japan, kiwi fans should focus on who’s in NZ and prioritising the black jersey.

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NB 38 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Nicely remembered!

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NB 39 minutes ago
Why Brumbies could be key to avoiding a Lions tour cricket score

Yes and it was 50/50 through to round 12 JDK. Then NZ got serious and it became much harder for the Aussie sides. /but it is progress nonetheless and the Aussie teams have contributed substantially to the comp’s improvement.


Cannot agree with your last statement tho. Teams like the Force and Tahs would struggle in any European comp,

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NB 45 minutes ago
Broken hand or not, Richie Mo'unga is still New Zealand's best 10

Glue yourself to that screen, talk later Miz!

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