Ireland back-row Jack Conan has issued a stark warning about Scotland fly-half Finn Russell ahead of their Six Nations clash in Dublin. Conan described Russell as a player who can 'pull a rabbit out of a hat,' highlighting the unpredictable threat the experienced playmaker poses to Ireland's championship aspirations.

Ireland faces Scotland at 14:10 GMT in a crucial Six Nations match that could determine the tournament's outcome. The Irish must beat Scotland to keep their championship hopes alive, as France hosts England later in the day at 20:10. Ireland has won 11 consecutive games against Scotland across all competitions and is defending their Triple Crown.

Conan, who missed Ireland's record 42-21 victory over England due to illness, emphasized the need for improvement. 'We need to be at our best and push on from the levels of performance even from Twickenham,' he said. The 33-year-old stressed that Ireland must focus on their own performance rather than championship permutations, warning that Scotland will require their best effort to overcome.