Scotland flyhalf Finn Russell has been dropped to the bench for Saturday’s Six Nations match against Ireland in Dublin, with Edinburgh No 10 Blair Kinghorn picked to start.
“I prefer to focus on what Blair has done and how well he’s played and deserved this opportunity – which he certainly has in his performances throughout this season,” said the Scotland coach. Townsend, himself a former Scotland standoff, has no doubts the 25-year-old can rise to the challenge of directing operations against Ireland in Dublin despite a relative lack of experience at No 10.Townsend added: “The way we’re looking to play the game suits Blair’s strengths. He’s a very good passer of the ball, an excellent runner [and has] a long-kicking game. He also moves well between phases.
A win would also deny Ireland a Triple Crown and end their bid to take the title before Grand Slam-chasing France face England in Paris later on Saturday.
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