Lions watch: Finn Russell to start at fly-half? Maro Itoje for captain?
Kolkata Cup – Fixture Scotland Fly 2 Finn Russell Having illuminated in recent years – considered two times the Lions reiterated his excellent opportunity as a starting Flying Formation.
Russell, especially in the opening half, looked back at his old self as he helped England’s defense through the game he passed through his pass range.
However, Gregor Townsend’s party failed to exploit its dominance and 16-15 short Russell missed all of his threes – including the last game from the corner.
Despite accounting for 38% of the six countries this year, former Scotland captain John Barclay is not worried and still supports Russell, 32, to start.
Barclays told Rugby League Weekly.
“I’m not bothered with his playing football. His playing football last year and his entire season were great. He was a great kick.
“This is the best he has played in the championship game. See how he can move Scotland’s backline through the pass game. His kicks are also good.”
England half flying Finsmith Supported his players in the second round against Scotland and passed another guaranteed show.
The Northampton Saint, 10 years younger than Russell, began to put pressure from the middle to continue his bid as one of Farrell’s flies.
Ireland half flying Sam PrendergastThe 22-year-old is the least experienced contender, winning only his sixth hat in Cardiff.
Ireland is still racing towards the Grand Slam after kicking 17 points, which helped guide them through a tricky spell when Garry Ringrose scored 20 in the 34th minute A red card for minutes.
It was a special outstanding moment when he spun 50-22 on the head of Wales defender Blair Murray. According to Barclays, the execution was “completely filthy.”
After Warburton supported his performance against Scotland’s players, he believed Prendergast had ranked first.
“Not putting him too much pressure, I saw the world-class top 10,” Warburton told Rugby League Weekly.
“You just watch his game and think ‘he’s the test level’. Still flawed, but what he showed at 22 is that his level of calmness and composition is that level.”
