Sione Tuipulotu embraces Scotland captaincy as reward for commitment

The Clermont back-rower is set to start his fourth Six Nations campaign as skipper

Sione Tuipulotu is proud to lead Scotland into the 2023 Six Nations, describing it as a "huge honor" and a "reflection of his commitment to the team". The Clermont back-rower is set to start his fourth Six Nations campaign as skipper, having first taken over the armband in 2021.

Tuipulotu's commitment has been rewarded with the captaincy

Tuipulotu's commitment to the Scotland team has been rewarded with the captaincy, which he sees as a great honor. He said: "It's a huge honor for me to captain my country. It's a reflection of my commitment to the team and the country. I'm very proud to represent my country and I'll do everything I can to lead the team to success."

Tuipulotu's first Six Nations as captain was in 2021, when Scotland finished fourth with three wins and three defeats. The following year, they finished third with four wins and two defeats.

Tuipulotu has been a key player for Scotland since making his debut in 2014

Tuipulotu has been a key player for Scotland since making his debut in 2014. He has won 48 caps and scored five tries. He was part of the Scotland team that reached the semi-finals of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Tuipulotu is a powerful ball-carrier and a good tackler. He is also a good leader and has been praised for his work ethic and commitment to the team.

Scotland will open their Six Nations campaign against England on February 4

Scotland will open their Six Nations campaign against England at Twickenham on February 4. They will also face Wales, Ireland, France, and Italy in the competition.

Scotland will be hoping to improve on their third-place finish in last year's Six Nations. They will be aiming to win the tournament for the first time since 1999.