Major Scotland stars ruled out of England Six Nations clash
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Scotland's Six Nations hopes have taken a hit, with Finn Russell and Darcy Graham both set to miss the Calcutta Cup clash against England at Twickenham due to concussion.
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The pair suffered a brutal head-on collision just 22 minutes into Scotland's 32-18 defeat to Ireland at Murrayfield.
Graham was stretchered off in a neck brace and later diagnosed with a concussion, while Russell initially passed his Head Injury Assessment (HIA) but was withdrawn by Scotland's coaching staff due to worrying signs on the sideline.
12-day stand-down confirmed
As per concussion protocols, Graham's confirmed injury means he will be sidelined for a mandatory 12-day stand-down period, ruling him out of the England game.
Russell's situation was initially unclear, but Mail Sport reports that due to delayed symptoms and his eventual classification as a failed HIA, he will also undergo a 12-day stand-down. That means he won't be able to train with the team until Friday, February 21 – just one day before Scotland's crucial trip to Twickenham.
Huge setback for Scotland
Gregor Townsend now faces a major selection headache, with two of his key attacking stars set to be sidelined. Russell's playmaking and Graham's finishing have been instrumental in Scotland's recent dominance over England, winning the last four Calcutta Cup encounters.
With both likely missing, Scotland's hopes of securing a fifth straight victory look increasingly difficult.
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Supercomputer predicts the next round of the Six Nations, including England vs Scotland
Based on recent form, historical trends, and a touch of algorithmic magic, here's what to expect in Round 3 according to Sports4Cast.
Wales vs Ireland – Saturday, 22 February (14:15 GMT)
Location: Principality Stadium, Cardiff
Supercomputer Prediction: Ireland win (87%)
Predicted Score: Wales 10-35 Ireland
Wales' Six Nations woes are set to continue, with the supercomputer heavily backing Ireland to claim victory in Cardiff.
Warren Gatland's side has struggled, having lost to both Scotland and Italy, while Simon Easterby’s men are in ruthless form after dispatching England and Scotland. With Grand Slam ambitions still alive, expect Ireland to dominate.
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