Centurion Scott to deliver match ball at Gloucester

The former Scotland international, who called time on his illustrious playing career at the end of last season, returns to the capital to take centre stage ahead of a massive European night under the lights.

Scott’s story is synonymous with Edinburgh Rugby. An ‘Edinburgh man through and through,’ he began his rugby journey at Currie RFC before progressing through the club’s academy.

He quickly became a mainstay in the midfield, playing a pivotal role in the side that famously reached the semi-finals of the then-Heineken Cup in the 2011/12 season.

After successful spells away from the capital – including winning the English Premiership with Leicester Tigers in 2022 and a standout period with Friday’s opponents, Gloucester –Scott returned to his hometown club in 2024 for a third and final stint.

It was during this final chapter that he reached the historic milestone of 100 appearances for the club in a clash against Ospreys.

Before the action kicks off on Friday, Scott will also join fellow legends Greig Laidlaw and host Jim Hamilton for an exclusive Season Ticket Member event on Thursday evening, sharing stories from his career and looking ahead to the European tie.

Reflecting on his return to Hive Stadium, Scott said: “Being an Edinburgh man is something I’ve carried with pride throughout my entire career. This club raised me – from my days at Currie and coming through the academy, to some of the biggest nights of my life in an Edinburgh jersey.

“To be asked to deliver the match ball for a Champions Cup game is a huge honour, especially with Gloucester being the opposition. I had a fantastic time at Kingsholm and have a lot of respect for that club and its supporters.

“The connection with the fans here is something I’ve never taken for granted. They’ve supported me through three different spells at the club, and I can’t wait to see them all again and soak up the atmosphere at Hive Stadium one more time.”