Graham can '100%' be a Lion - Cockerill

Darcy Graham will "100%" be selected for the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia, if he stays fit, according to his former Edinburgh coach Richard Cockerill.

The winger helped Edinburgh to a Challenge Cup victory over Cockerill's Black Lion side on Sunday, and the Englishman, who gave the Hawick flyer his senior debut in 2017, is convinced Graham has what it takes to don the famous red jersey in Australia this summer.

"The first time I ever saw him train, I knew he was going to be a special player," Cockerill told BBC Scotland.

"He's got great feet, he's got great pace. He's tough as teak for such a little fella. He was outstanding tonight.

"If he can stay fit, 100% he will be a Lion, I've no doubt of that."

Graham will be pivotal to Scotland's hopes of a successful Six Nations campaign, and Cockerill believes Gregor Townsend's side are capable of mounting a serious title challenge.

"Scotland are a real contender for the Six Nations," said Cockerill, who combines his role with Black Lion with the Georgia national head coach job.

"They've got a settled squad. They've got an experienced squad. They start with Italy, then they have Ireland. If you can get through those two, then anything is possible.

"It's the hope that kills you, isn't it? They're a great side. They've shown that.

"They've beaten England the last four times. They're real competitors and they should be one of the favourites for the Six Nations."