Putting my head on the chopping board here but I can the Scots winning this one
Despite only a six day turn around from last week's grueling opening test against Ireland, Gatland names an unchanged Welsh team for this game. Dan Biggar makes a swift recovery and returns to the fly half position. After limping off the field last week it will be interesting to see how he operates. The only change in the Scottish line up sees Duncan Taylor replace the injured Matt Scott in the the inside centre channel.
Good afternoon and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's 6 Nations coverage as Wales take on Scotland in the Millenium Stadium, Cardiff.
After a 16-16 draw in Dublin last weekend Wales will need a victory today to keep their aspirations alive. They struggled to break down the Irish defence and looked a little predictable when they attacked wide. Up against a less robust Scottish back line today we might well see a lot of direct running from the likes of North and Roberts.
Despite the hype surrounding this Scottish side after the World Cup they fell short against their English rivals last week at Murrayfield. They will have targeted this game as one to win.
Laidlaw had one mediocre game. People are far too eager to see a good captain and exceptional kicker be replaced. SHC is still a few years away from being a permanent feature.
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How can Russell get the backs firing when he has Laidlaw in front of him, who's only gotten slower. We need fast ball. We need someone else to take over kicking so we can finally drop Laidlaw.
Wales 30 - 18 Scotland
Scotland 25-12 wales
Wales 20-18
Wales for a comfortable win
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