Nathan: For many years Scotland have struggled to compete with the big teams in the front five. While we have a decent group starting, we lack depth at hooker, tight-head and second row. Could be a long Six Nations!

Scotland host Italy at Murrayfield as Gregor Townsend’s side look to overcome some wretched injury luck to mount a Six Nations challenge. Having come close on several occasions over the last few years,

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Scotland host Italy at Murrayfield on Saturday as the two sides get their Six Nations gets underway. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the game.

The start of February can only mean one thing to rugby fans, with Gregor Townsend's Scotland looking to finally secure a first Six Nations win