Scotland head to France with optimism for Six Nations finale – Gregor Townsend - Townsend is heartened by the way his team have performed against the French recently.

Scotland make two changes to their side ahead of facing Six Nations title favourites France in Paris on Saturday; lock Gregor Brown replaces Jonny Gray in starting XV for first championship start; Matt Fagerson starts at No 8 after Jack Dempsey ruled out injured;

Gregor Brown will make his first Six Nations start for Scotland after the Glasgow lock was included for their tournament finale at leaders France on Saturday. Scotland, who've never finished higher than third in the Six Nations era -- their last title came in the final edition of the old Five Nations in 1999 -- are currently fourth and effectively out of championship contention once again.