Ireland vs Scotland Preview & Prediction | 2023 Rugby World Cup | Pool Stage
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THE FACTS
When is Ireland vs Scotland on and what time does it start? Ireland vs Scotland will take place on Saturday 7th October, 2023 – 20:00 (UK)
Where is Ireland vs Scotland taking place? Ireland vs Scotland will take place at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France
Where can I get tickets for Ireland vs Scotland? Click here for the latest ticket information for Ireland vs Scotland
What channel is Ireland vs Scotland on in the UK? Ireland vs Scotland will be televised live on ITV
Where can I stream Ireland vs Scotland in the UK? Ireland vs Scotland can be streamed live on ITVX
THE SQUADS
IRELAND
Starting 15: Hugo Keenan, Mack Hansen, Garry Ringrose, Bundee Aki, James Lowe, Johnny Sexton, Jamison Gibson-Park, Caelan Doris, Josh van der Flier, Peter O'Mahony, Iain Henderson, Tadhg Beirne, Tadhg Furlong, Dan Sheehan, Andrew Porter
Replacements: Ronan Kelleher, David Kilcoyne, Finlay Bealham, James Ryan, Jack Conan, Conor Murray, Jack Crowley, Stuart McCloskey
SCOTLAND
Starting 15: Blair Kinghorn, Darcy Graham, Huw Jones, Sione Tuipulotu, Duhan van der Merwe, Finn Russell, Ali Price, Jack Dempsey, Rory Darge, Jamie Ritchie, Grant Gilchrist, Richie Gray, Zander Fagerson, George Turner, Pierre Schoeman
Replacements: Ewan Ashman, Rory Sutherland, WP Nel, Scott Cummings, Matt Fagerson, Luke Crosbie, George Horne, Ollie Smith
THE LOWDOWN
IRELAND
Ireland made it an incredible 17 consecutive victories as they edged a brutal contest against South Africa. They laid down a marker with that win against the world champions and will top the pool with another success in this contest.
SCOTLAND
Scotland can still progress to the knockout stages but will need to claim a big win over Ireland if they are to do so. The Scots kept their hopes alive with a massive victory over Romania last time out as they scored 84 points without reply but this is a much trickier task and will be under no illusions of the size of the task ahead of them.
THE PREDICTION
Ireland once again showed the world that they are capable of beating anyone as they came out on top of an enthralling clash with reigning world champions South Africa. They showed their defensive solidity in that game and while Scotland will be no pushovers, the Irish should be able to keep their brilliant winning streak intact with yet another victory.
BETTING TIP: Ireland to win
