Questions Gregg Townsend must answer ahead of Calcutta Cup

Scotland rugby head coach Gregg Townsend is under pressure to address the team's struggles ahead of the Calcutta Cup, following a dismal loss to Italy. The team's prolonged period of underperformance has raised concerns about Townsend's future.

Townsend has been in charge since 2017 but has yet to deliver a championship success. The Calcutta Cup clash against England on March 18 at Murrayfield Stadium is seen as a crucial test.

One of the key questions Townsend must answer is how to improve the team's defence, which was exposed against Italy. The team's attack also needs to show significant improvement.

Townsend may need to make changes to the squad, with some players potentially being brought in and others leaving. The lineout system, in particular, was a weakness against Italy.

Scotland fans are growing increasingly frustrated with the team's performances, and there are calls for Townsend to step down. However, he remains in charge and is working to prepare the team for the Calcutta Cup.

A win against England would help alleviate some of the pressure on Townsend, but a defeat could lead to more questions about his future.