Rory Darge expecting Tom Jordan to make impact on first start for Scotland

Tom Jordan starts at inside centre on Sunday. Pic: Jane Barlow/PA

Scotland co-captain Rory Darge backed his Glasgow team-mate Tom Jordan to continue his “whirlwind” journey by taking his first Six Nations start in his stride against Ireland on Sunday.

The 26-year-old back will wear the number 12 jersey usually reserved for injured centre and national team captain Sione Tuipulotu after a strong display as a second-half replacement for Stafford McDowall in last weekend’s 31-19 win over Italy.