Talking points as Scotland begin their Six Nations challenge against Italy - The Scots are looking to win their opening fixture for the fifth successive campaign.

We asked for your thoughts after Scotland named their team to face Italy in the first round of the Six Nations on Saturday. Here's the best of what you had to say: Nathan: For many years Scotland have struggled to compete with the big teams in the front five.

Scotland go into their Six Nations opener against Italy at Murrayfield on Saturday, with memories of last year's shock loss to the Azzurri still fresh in their memory. Italy will look to build on two wins and a draw in the 2024 Six Nations -- their best return in the competition.