Finn Russell shutting out the critics after Scotland’s Calcutta Cup heartbreak

Scotland co-captain Finn Russell speaks ahead of Saturday’s clash with Wales (Jane Barlow/PA)

Scotland talisman Finn Russell insisted he is unfazed by criticism from outside his inner circle as he bids to bounce back from his Calcutta Cup frustration.

The 32-year-old co-captain missed all three of his goal kicks in the agonising 16-15 defeat away to England, meaning he has landed just three of his eight attempts off the tee in this year’s championship.