Glasgow Warriors look to have their squad set for the 2026/27 season after defence coach Scott Forrest recently confirmed they were unlikely to make any further new signings.
Former Scotland captain Jamie Ritchie should prove a quality addition to the back row especially after the loss of international teammate Jack Dempsey. Warriors also have some promising talent coming through as well as a very strong core of establish players despite the recent departures.
Here is how The Scotsman views the best starting XV available to Franco Smith ahead of Glasgow Warriors’ 2026/27 United Rugby Championship and Investec Champions Cup campaigns:
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9. George Horne
Warriors' Player of the Season last campaign will be looking for another strong 12 months leading up to the 2027 Rugby World Cup with lots of competition at scrum half in the Scotland set-up. | SNS Group
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10. Dan Lancaster
Adam Hasting's departure seems to have left Glasgow a bit light for options at 10 but it will be a chance for Lancaster to really establish himself in the side. The former Racing 92 man looked good in spells last season but struggled for consistency | SNS Group
11. Jamie Dobie
Wing and full-back is another area of depth for Warriors with some promising young talent coming through as well but Dobie looks to have established himself as a starter, either on the wing or at nine, against some fierce competition | SNS Group
12. Sione Tuipulotu
No explanation needed, simply one of the best in the world in his position. | SNS Group