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Rachel Malcolm praises Holland Bogan's potential for Scotland

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 8:13 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Rachel Malcolm praises Holland Bogan's potential for Scotland

Summary

Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm has expressed confidence in the development of 21-year-old Holland Bogan as a potential world-class lock. Following a heavy defeat to New Zealand in the WXV Series, Bogan's performance included significant carries and effective breakdown work. Malcolm highlighted Bogan's athleticism and skills, noting that she will earn her seventh cap against Australia on Saturday, which could be crucial for her growth in the sport.

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By the Numbers

•Holland Bogan is set to earn her seventh cap against Australia on Saturday.
•Rachel Malcolm believes Bogan could become a world-class second-row.
•Bogan performed well despite Scotland's loss to New Zealand.
•Malcolm emphasized Bogan's athleticism and need for game experience.

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8:13 AMYahoo Sports — Bogan has tools to be world-class Scotland lock - Malcolm

What they're saying

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Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm believes 21-year-old Holland Bogan has the potential to develop into a world-class second row for the national team. Despite a heavy defeat by New Zealand in the WXV Series last weekend, Bogan showed up well against the Black Ferns with some big carries and excellent work at the breakdown. "She definitely has all the tools - she's a phenomenal athlete," Malcolm said of the young Glasgow Warriors lock who will earn her seventh cap against Australia on Saturday.
— Yahoo Sports

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