Scotland honors Scott Hastings as Smith wears special jersey against Fiji
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Scotland will remember former rugby player Scott Hastings during their match against Fiji at Murrayfield on Saturday. In tribute to Hastings, who died earlier this year at age 61, Ollie Smith will wear a special version of the number 13 jersey, featuring gold lettering and the names of teams Hastings played for. Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend emphasized the importance of showcasing Hastings' legacy during the game. A crowd of approximately 50,000 is expected to attend this final match of the summer series, which will serve as a poignant remembrance of Hastings' contributions to Scottish rugby.
- •Scott Hastings passed away in May at age 61.
- •Ollie Smith will wear a special 13 jersey against Fiji.
- •The jersey features gold lettering and Hastings' career highlights.
- •Scotland's match against Fiji is the final game of the Nations Championship.
- •An expected crowd of 50,000 will attend the tribute match.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Smith to wear special jersey as Scotland remember Hastings
- 3:35 PMBBC Sport — Smith to wear special jersey as Scotland remember Hastings
"Scott Hastings, who died in May aged 61, will be remembered at Murrayfield on Saturday as Scotland host Fiji in their final game of the summer series.
"Scott Hastings, who died in May aged 61, will be remembered at Murrayfield on Saturday as Scotland host Fiji in their final game of the summer series.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 3:35 PMSmith to wear special jersey as Scotland remember Hastings
Scott Hastings, who died in May aged 61, will be remembered at Murrayfield on Saturday as Scotland host Fiji in their final game of the summer series.
- BBC SportJul 16, 2026, 3:35 PMSmith to wear special jersey as Scotland remember Hastings
Scott Hastings, who died in May aged 61, will be remembered at Murrayfield on Saturday as Scotland host Fiji in their final game of the summer series.
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