George Turner

A combative front-rower with an appetite for the hard yards, George Turner is a hooker who has been a regular in Scotland's matchday squads since making his Test debut in 2017. Born on 8 October 1992, he is valued for his explosive ball-carrying, his accuracy at the lineout and his relentless work rate in the loose. Turner brings set-piece stability and a willingness to take the ball into contact, qualities that have made him an important part of Scotland's forward pack during a competitive period for the national side. Among his career highlights was a try in a Calcutta Cup victory over England, the kind of big-game contribution that reflects his value in the tight exchanges. Whether anchoring the scrum, throwing into the lineout or carrying hard in midfield, Turner offers the energy and physicality of a modern hooker, balancing the technical demands of the role with an abrasive presence around the park.