Scotland lock Gregor Brown is backed to show up well on his first Six Nations start against a mighty French pack.

Gregor Brown to make his first Six Nations start for Scotland against France - The 23-year-old Glasgow forward – who made his debut last summer – will take the place of Jonny Gray.

Under the lights at the Stade de France in the final game of the tournament, Gregor Brown will start in place of Jonny Gray. Matt Fagerson will replace Jack Dempsey who is ruled out with a hamstring injury.

Gregor Brown replaces Jonny Gray in the starting line-up. Scotland need more dynamism and athleticism in the second-row and Brown, making his first Six Nations start, has a chance of providing it. Jack Dempsey is out with a hamstring injury, which is a blow. Dempsey has the dog needed in such a massive Test and was terrific against Wales.

Scotland make two changes 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; No 8 Matt Fagerson starts 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.