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Scotland name uncapped Scott Cummings and Kyle Steyn in World Cup squad

Scott Cummings of Glasgow Warriors has been named in the Scotland squad
Image: Scott Cummings of Glasgow Warriors has been named in the Scotland squad

Uncapped Glasgow pair Scott Cummings and Kyle Steyn have been handed the final two places in Scotland's World Cup training squad.

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend kept two places aside when he named a 42-man squad three weeks ago and lock Cummings and centre Steyn have forced their way in after a strong finish to the season, which culminated in Warriors' narrow PRO14 final defeat to Leinster on Saturday.

Kyle Steyn named in in Scotland's World Cup training squad.
Image: Kyle Steyn has forced himself into Scotland's World Cup training squad

Townsend said: "Scott has played very well in some crucial games for Glasgow and has really taken his game to the opposition. He was impressive in his ball carrying, defence and his all-round work-rate on Saturday against Leinster and we look forward to working with him and the other four second-rows in our squad."

He added: "Kyle has made an excellent impact since his debut for Glasgow earlier this season and has displayed strong defensive capabilities as well as a providing go-forward for his team when carrying ball."

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend speaks to the press as he announces his squad for the Six Nations
Image: Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has named his training squad ahead of the World Cup

Townsend has lined up a warm-weather camp in Portugal, as well as three short training breaks around Scotland, as part of his team's build-up to the World Cup.

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