National anthems done. Kick off is moments away!

With just under 10 minutes remaining the 2 sides make their way out to the field. Any predictions folks?

Hello and welcome to this 6 Nations match which sees Ireland take on Scotland. After last years disappointing performance which they only recorded one win, Ireland will be looking to open their Six Nations campaign with a win. This will be Joe Schmidt's first Six Nations game in charge of Ireland and he has named a strong side to face Scotland. He gives Rob Kearney his 50th cap and also gives Brian O'Driscoll his 129th cap, making him Ireland's most capped player. Scotland name Lions players Stuart Hogg and Sean Maitland in the starting lineup while Richie Gray is on the bench for the away side. Scotland enjoyed a 3rd place finish last year and will be looking to build on that. Last time these sides met, Scotland recorded a 12-8 win. This game should be a cracker, kick off is about 15 minutes away so stay with us here on Ultimate Rugby for updates and anylasis throughout.

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Late change for Ireland as Paul O'Connell has been ruled out with a Chest Infection. Dan Tuohy is now starting and Iain Henderson has moved onto the bench. Jamie Heaslip will captain Ireland today.

Not sure the scots strong enough this year for us??

Ireland are feckin gonna win

Ireland won't cope with the carries of Denton and swinson. Plus out backs are all huge. Apart from weir but he makes up for it with circumference!

test Jackson on int. stage ? wha ? he's been tested enough times. Madigan needs a bit more int. experience.