Russell set for July return after Townsend talks

Finn Russell could return for Scotland’s July tour after holding talks with head coach Gregor Townsend.

Russell set for July return after Townsend talks
Mon, 02 Mar, 2020 - 06:20
Cian Locke

Finn Russell could return for Scotland’s July tour after holding talks with head coach Gregor Townsend.

Russell has missed the Scots’ first three Six Nations fixtures after a breach of team discipline.

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