Hadden backs Callam in Scottish debut

SCOTLAND head coach Frank Hadden insists he has no qualms about handing David Callam a full debut in the test against Australia.

The 23-year-old will replace Johnnie Beattie, who suffered ankle ligament damage in the win over the Pacific Islanders last weekend, at number eight for the visit of the Wallabies on Saturday.

But Hadden already knows enough about the Edinburgh player to recognise Callam is ready to fulfil his potential with his first start for the national team.