Scottish winger Darcy Graham is set to make his long-awaited return to the national team this Sunday, following a 13-month absence since Scotland’s World Cup match against Ireland. He will feature in a seasoned XV taking on the Fiji Water Flying Fijians at Murrayfield in the first autumn Test.
Graham, a vital player known for his speed and skill, has been in strong form, participating in five out of six matches for Edinburgh this season. The team selected for this match includes only players from Glasgow and Edinburgh, with the exception of Sharks hooker Dylan Richardson, who is on the bench. This selection is due to the match occurring outside the international window, leaving prominent players like Finn Russell, Ben White, and Blair Kinghorn unavailable.
In their absence, Adam Hastings will take on the role of starting stand-off, with Ali Price at scrum-half and Kyle Rowe at full-back. Notably, Sione Tiupulotu, recently appointed as captain, will lead the squad for the first time. Rowe is the only player starting with fewer than 10 caps, while the majority of the team boasts significant international experience.
Tom Jordan from Glasgow is set to make his debut as the only uncapped player in the squad, joining Edinburgh’s D’Arcy Rae on the bench, who has one cap to his name.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:40 AM Fiji Time, promising an exciting encounter as Scotland looks to start their autumn campaign on a high note.
This match marks a significant opportunity for Scotland to showcase their talent and depth, particularly with a mix of experienced players and newcomers. The return of Graham could provide a much-needed boost to the team’s dynamics and performance on the field.
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