Finn Russell ready to lead Scotland after clearing the air with Gregor Townsend

Finn Russell, left, was named Scotland co-captain by Gregor Townsend on Sunday (Jane Barlow/PA)

Finn Russell believes his appointment as Scotland co-captain is testament to the newfound harmony he and head coach Gregor Townsend have found following a fractious past.

The 31-year-old was named in the role on Sunday, along with back-rower Rory Darge, ahead of the upcoming Guinness Six Nations.