JACK Crowley has retained his starting spot for Ireland in their huge Six Nations clash against Scotland at a sold-out Aviva Stadium this Saturday (Kick-off 2.10pm).

The former Bandon Grammar and Bandon RFC star will start his third Six Nations game on the bounce, helping Ireland to bonus-point win against England and Wales that leave Andy Farrell’s team in with a chance of the Six Nations titles, as well as the Triple Crown.

Again, it’s Crowley and Jamison Gibson-Park linking up in the half-backs.

‘It is an incredible privilege for the squad to play at home in front of a packed Aviva Stadium with a trophy up for grabs,’ Andy Farrell said.

‘We know about the challenge facing us on Saturday and Scotland will travel with confidence. You’ll see two teams who like to attack and we’ll look to implement our game plan to get the performance that we want. 

‘When you factor in a loud home support, and with the game taking place on St Patrick’s weekend, it really has all the ingredients for a cracking contest.’

Saturday’s match is live on Virgin Media One and ITV, with live radio commentary available on RTÉ Radio 1.

Ireland (v Scotland): Jamie Osborne; Robert Baloucoune; Garry Ringrose, Stuart McCloskey; Tommy O'Brien; Jack Crowley, Jamison Gibson-Park; Tom O'Toole, Dan Sheehan, Tadhg Furlong; Joe McCarty, Tadhg Beirne; Jack Conan, Josh van der Flier, Caelan Doris.

Replacements: Ronan Kelleher, Michael Milne, Finlay Bealham, Darragh Murray, Nick Timoney, Craig Casey, CIaran Frawley, Bundee Aki.