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Edinburgh v London Irish switched to Murrayfield

The Scottish Rugby Union own Murrayfield in Edinburgh
Image: Murrayfield will be play host to tonight's Challenge Cup encounter

Saturday's Challenge Cup clash between Edinburgh and London Irish has been switched to Murrayfield.

Freezing temperatures have convinced officials that the match should be moved from Edinburgh's Myreside home.

An Edinburgh statement read: "Inspections of the Myreside surface, which has had protection in place all week, were carried out on Friday evening and Saturday morning.

"In consultation with the match officials and owing to freezing temperatures, with a further drop expected later today, it was decided the game should be moved to guarantee it goes ahead as planned.

"The club also felt it important that making an early decision would help assist supporters in adjusting their travel plans accordingly.

"Undersoil heating has been on at BT Murrayfield as part of the club's contingency plan, and we are fortunate to have such a great a facility to ensure the match goes ahead this evening.

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"All existing match tickets are valid."

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