Duhan van der Merwe and Blair Kinghorn have been recalled to the Scotland back three as part of five changes for the Six Nations clash against Wales in Cardiff. The duo, both British and Irish Lions, were not selected for the first two Tests but return for the trip to the Principality Stadium.
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has made five alterations to the side that defeated England 31-20 at Murrayfield. Van der Merwe replaces the injured Jamie Dobie on the wing, while Kinghorn comes in at full-back, with Tom Jordan dropping to the bench.
In the forwards, Matt Fagerson starts at number eight in place of the injured Jack Dempsey, Max Williamson partners Scott Cummings in the second row, and Dave Cherry takes over at hooker from George Turner.
Gregor Brown moves from lock to blindside flanker to cover for the injured Matt Ritchie. The replacements include Josh Bayliss and Grant Gilchrist, with Townsend opting for a 5:3 bench split.
Scotland's record in Cardiff is poor, with just one win in their last 12 visits, but that victory came in 2024. The team will be looking to build on their Calcutta Cup success against a struggling Wales side.
