Scotland has been hit with a significant setback in their Six Nations campaign as Luke Crosbie and Richie Gray will be sidelined for the rest of the tournament due to injuries sustained in their recent match against Wales.
Crosbie, an Edinburgh back-rower, was forced off the pitch in the second half of Saturday’s game with a shoulder issue, while Glasgow second-rower Gray had to leave the field in the first half due to a bicep problem. Both players, who played crucial roles in the match, will now be unavailable for the upcoming fixtures.
This setback adds to Scotland’s woes, as co-captain Rory Darge and players Blair Kinghorn and Darcy Graham were already sidelined due to injuries suffered before the tournament. However, there is hope that Darge may recover in time for the next match against France, which would help alleviate the loss of Crosbie in the back row. Additionally, Grant Gilchrist will be able to fill in for Gray after serving a suspension.
Looking ahead to the upcoming match against France, head coach Gregor Townsend has emphasized the need for Scotland to be ready for a strong response from their opponents following their recent defeat to Ireland. Townsend stressed the importance of taking advantage of opportunities in attack and expressed confidence in the team’s ability to perform at their best.
As Scotland regroups and prepares for their next challenge, the team will need to remain resilient in the face of adversity and work towards overcoming the absence of key players. Despite the setbacks, there is optimism surrounding the team’s ability to rise to the occasion and deliver a strong performance in the remaining Six Nations fixtures.