WXV 2 – Scotland v USA talking points
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Scotland Women put the higher-ranked USA women team to the sword in a physical test match with big improvements for the victors from the game against South Africa, writes Eleanor.
WXV2 – South Africa v Scotland talking points
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Scotland opened up their WXV2 campaign by getting the better of South Africa in a tough and physical match by 31-17. Here are Eleanor’s talking points from the match.
WXV2 – South Africa v Scotland preview
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9th ranked Scotland will face 12th ranked South Africa on their home turf in the opening game of WXV2. Eleanor previews the game.
WXV ins and outs
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Ahead of the inaugural WXV2, which starts this week, Bryan Easson has named a very similar squad to the one that so impressed during this year’s 6 Nations, with just four players brought in to replace eight who will be left at home for the autumn.