READERS’ FORUM: Welcome to our LIVE coverage of the Six Nations Round Two encounter between Scotland and Ireland in Edinburgh.

Scotland face a severe examination of their Six Nations title credentials when they try to end a 10-match losing streak against double-defending champions Ireland.

The Scots last enjoyed a win over Ireland in 2017 – four months before current Dark Blues coach Gregor Townsend took charge.

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