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Former Crusaders and New Zealand under-20s first five-eighths Fergus Burke has been named in the Scotland squad for the Six Nations

Former Crusaders and New Zealand under-20s first five-eighths Fergus Burke has been named in the Scotland squad for the Six Nations

16 January 2025

Burke signed a three-year deal with the London-based Saracens club in 2024 after starting the Super Rugby season at 10 for the Crusaders.

Scotland's Six Nations opener is against Italy on February 2.

Burke will compete for the 10 jersey with Finn Russell and Tom Jordan.

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