Scotland is gearing up for a historic showdown against New Zealand at Murrayfield. In their 32 encounters to date, Scotland has never triumphed against the formidable All Blacks. However, they have come close in recent matches hosted in Edinburgh. This weekend’s clash piques interest, especially after Scotland’s recent dominant performance against the United States.
Match Details
The Scotland vs New Zealand match is set for November 8, with kickoff scheduled for 3:10 PM GMT. Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh will serve as the venue for this significant encounter.
How to Watch
Fans in the United Kingdom can catch the live action on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports 3. Coverage on TNT Sports 3 begins at 2:45 PM GMT. Additionally, viewers can also stream the match live via discovery+.
Team News
- Scotland: The team will be missing Zander Fagerson due to injury. D’Arcy Rae will start in the front row alongside Pierre Schoeman and Ewan Ashman. Notable returns include Finn Russell as halfback.
- New Zealand: The All Blacks will play without captain Scott Barrett and his brother Jordie, both sidelined due to injuries. Ardie Savea will lead the side from the No. 8 position.
Starting Lineups
| Scotland XV | New Zealand XV |
|---|---|
| 1. Pierre Schoeman | 1. Ethan de Groot |
| 2. Ewan Ashman | 2. Codie Taylor |
| 3. D’Arcy Rae | 3. Fletcher Newell |
| 4. Scott Cummings | 4. Josh Lord |
| 5. Grant Gilchrist | 5. Fabian Holland |
| 6. Gregor Brown | 6. Wallace Sititi |
| 7. Matt Fagerson | 7. Ardie Savea (capt.) |
| 8. Jack Dempsey | 8. Peter Lakai |
| 9. Ben White | 9. Cam Roigard |
| 10. Finn Russell | 10. Beauden Barrett |
| 11. Kyle Steyn | 11. Caleb Clarke |
| 12. Sione Tuipulotu | 12. Quinn Tupaea |
| 13. Rory Hutchinson | 13. Leicester Fainga’anku |
| 14. Darcy Graham | 14. Leroy Carter |
| 15. Blair Kinghorn | 15. Will Jordan |
This match promises excitement as Scotland aims for their first victory over New Zealand. The absence of key players for the All Blacks could shift the dynamics, making it a crucial game for both teams.