UPDATE: Zander Fagerson is set to make his highly anticipated return to the Scotland rugby squad as he starts in the final autumn Test against Tonga on November 11, 2023. Fagerson, who has been sidelined for over seven months due to calf and knee injuries, will bolster an experienced front row alongside fellow prop Rory Sutherland and hooker George Turner, who will earn his 50th cap.
In a significant shake-up, Captain Sione Tuipulotu remains the only player retained from last weekend’s defeat against Argentina. Coach Gregor Townsend is making strategic changes to refresh the squad, aiming to end the autumn series on a high note.
Fans will be thrilled to see joint record try-scorer Duhan van der Merwe back in action after being dropped for the previous two Tests. He will take to the field alongside Kyle Rowe on the wing and Tom Jordan at full-back.
In a notable change at fly-half, Fergus Burke will step in for the absent Finn Russell, marking his third cap for Scotland. The back row also sees exciting developments, with Magnus Bradbury making his first start in three and a half years at number eight, supported by flankers Andy Onyeama-Christie and Jamie Ritchie, who will debut this autumn.
The match against Tonga promises to be an emotional event as Scotland aims to rally after recent setbacks. With Fagerson’s return and fresh talent on the field, fans are eager to see how this lineup performs.
Stay tuned for live updates and post-match analysis as Scotland looks to conclude their autumn series on a victorious note against Tonga.
