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Ollie Smith is ready to help Glasgow Warriors compete for silverware not two fronts. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Glasgow Warriors target two finals, says Ollie Smith

20 March 2023 David Barnes 0

Scotstoun men are poised for a tilt at glory in both URC and Challenge Cup …

Blair Kinghorn scored a hat-trick for Scotland against Italy but it was almost certainly the team's worst performance of the championship. Image: © Craig Watson www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Six takeaways from the final round of the 2023 Six Nations

20 March 2023 Iain Morrison 17

Three Scots and two Italians make our team of the tournament …

Simone Brisighella of Italy is tackled by Scotland's Kerr Yule. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
International

U20s 6N: Scotland blown away by Italy’s third quarter blitz

19 March 2023 David Barnes 48

Head coach Kenny Murray stresses that players must have more exposure to high level rugby at a younger age …

Blair Kinghorn scored a hat-trick for Scotland against Italy.Image: ©Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Scotland v Italy: Scotland player ratings

19 March 2023 The Offside Line Team 25

Blair Kinghorn, Duhan van der Merwe and Jack Dempsey are home team’s top performers …

Gregor Townsend says he will discuss his future with Scottish Rugby over the next few weeks.. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Gregor Townsend begins talks with Scottish Rugby about his future

18 March 2023 David Barnes 46

Head coach says he would like to stay in role beyond World Cup …

Scotland winger Duhan van der Merwe opened the scoring against Italy with a spectacular finish. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
International

Scotland v Italy report: late Blair Kinghorn try secures bonus-point win for hosts

18 March 2023 David Barnes 41

Stand-off claims a hat-trick in a generally uninspiring performance …

Scotland winger Kyle Steyn will have his work cut-out against Italian flyer Simone Gesi. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Scotland v Italy preview: a fast show pratfall would be no laughing matter for hosts

17 March 2023 Iain Morrison 2

Gregor Townsend’s side need a victory to finish a generally promising campaign in credit …

Jonny Morris will once again start at No 8 for Scotland Under-20s against Italy on Sunday. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
International

U20s 6N: Kenny Murray makes eight changes ahead of Italy clash

17 March 2023 David Barnes 16

Head coach challenges players to restore pride after heavy Ireland defeat …

Gregor Townsend has been in contact with Mosese Tuipulotu, the brother of Scotland centre Sione, about the prospect of the 21-year-old signing for Glasgow Warriors. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Gregor Townsend confirms contact with Mosese Tuipulotu

16 March 2023 David Barnes 15

21-year-old centre has reportedly been offered a three-fold increase on his current salary if he follows his brother to Glasgow Warriors …

Ollie Smith will start at full-back for Scotland against Italy on Saturday. Image: © Craig Watson - www.craigwatson.co.uk
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Scotland v Italy: hosts make four changes for Six Nations finale UPDATED

16 March 2023 David Barnes 61

Ollie Smith, Blair Kinghorn, Sam Skinner and Hamish Watson called up to starting XV …

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