Scotland have made three changes to their side for the visit of champions Ireland to Murrayfield in the Six Nations on Sunday, with Tom Jordan drafted in at inside centre, Jack Dempsey at number eight and Rory Sutherland into the front row.

Ireland continue their quest for a historic third consecutive Guinness Six Nations title when they take on Scotland at Murrayfield. Simon Easterby’s side launched their championship defence by beating England 27-22, while Gregor Townsend’s hosts also enjoyed a bonus-point victory in round one, defeating Italy 31-19.

Ireland began its Six Nations three-peat bid by blowing away England during 30-plus minutes of controlled aggression in the second half for a 27-22 comeback victory in Dublin.

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend has selected loosehead prop Rory Sutherland ahead of Pierre Schoeman in one of three changes as his side look to end a long losing streak against Six Nations champions Ireland.

Round two of the Six Nations could result in several changes to the official World Rugby rankings, with only Italy and Ireland unable to improve their current placing.

Ireland interim boss Simon Easterby has warned his Six Nations title-chasers that Scotland are capable of unleashing a formidable attack against them this weekend. Ireland can step up their pursuit of an unprecedented third consecutive Six Nations crown when they face Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.