Scotland v New Zealand: Finn Russell's recall leaves Gregor Townsend with a fly-half conundrum

Finn Russell was selected for Scotland's autumn series. Adam Hastings was injured. Russell is a great fly-half and has been playing for Racing in the Top 14. Scotland lost the autumn international against Australia. Ross Thompson is in Scotland squad as a third choice fly half. Scotland play New Zealand on Sunday. The choice between Russell and Blair Kinghorn comes down to the two.

Finn Russell will start at fly-half for Scotland against New Zealand. Kinghorn was benched for the Fiji game. He had started five Tests in a row and was expected to start next year's World Cup at number 10. Scotland need their best players to perform well against the All Blacks.

Townsend has sprung many surprises during his reign as head coach. Pundits have suggested that he should pair his two fly-halves together.

Finn Russell's recall leaves Gregor Townsend with a fly-half conundrum.

Russell's international future was uncertain a couple of weeks ago. If Russell starts, he will help Australia to their first ever win over New Zealand.