England at sixes, Scotland at sevens for Calcutta clash


  • Rugby
  • Friday, 05 Feb 2016

James Haskell of England during training. Action Images via Reuters / Henry Browne Livepic

LONDON (Reuters) - Scotland have set out to win the battle of the breakdown in their Six Nations clash with old rivals England on Saturday, opting for their most tenacious possession thieves where England have settled for ball-carrying bulk.

In the lead up to the Calcutta Cup clash in Edinburgh, much talk has been spent on England's lack of a traditional openside flanker, a role filled by Chris Robshaw during their ill-fated World Cup campaign last year and by James Haskell on Saturday -- both of whom play on the blindside for their clubs.

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