Scotland follow Springboks’ lead and change entire front row for Wales clash

Pierre Schoeman has been brought into Scotland’s front row as Gregor Townsend looks to exploit Scotland’s depth of talent. Photograph: Malcolm Mackenzie/ProSports/Shutterstock

Gregor Townsend has ripped a page from South Africa’s playbook by changing Scotland’s entire front row as he goes in search of a first win in Cardiff in 20 years. Pierre Schoeman, Stuart McInally and WP Nel start against Wales this weekend as Rory Sutherland, George Turner and Zander Ferguson make their way to the bench.

“We’ve learned a lot of things over the last couple of years,” Scotland’s head coach said. “One thing from playing against South Africa was to have a strong front row right at the end of the game.”