Scotland Announces Squad for Pacific Tour 2025

Why this matters: This tour provides an opportunity for new players to gain international experience and for Scotland to test their depth against tough competition. It also allows Darge to prove his leadership capabilities.

Scotland’s 36-man squad is set to embark on a challenging Pacific Tour. With key players like Finn Russell and Sione Tuipulotu on Lions duty, flanker Rory Darge steps up as captain. Townsend has included three uncapped players: fly-half Fergus Burke, back-rower Alexander Masibaka, and tighthead prop Fin Richardson.

George Turner returns to the squad after a year, now with Harlequins. The squad sees the return of Arron Reed, Max Williamson, Alec Hepburn, Nathan McBeth, and Rory Sutherland.

The tour kicks off against the Māori All Blacks on July 5, followed by a match against Fiji, Scotland’s first in Fiji since 2017. The tour concludes against Samoa in Auckland on July 18.

Glasgow Warriors back-rower Matt Fagerson is included as he continues his recovery from injury.

Impact: The inclusion of uncapped players suggests a focus on developing future talent. Darge’s captaincy is a significant test of his leadership. The matches against Pacific teams will provide valuable experience in different playing conditions.

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