Ben White describes try-scoring Scotland cameo as ‘best 10 minutes of my life’

Ben White has described his early try-scoring debut cameo for Scotland as the best 10 minutes of his life.

The 23-year-old London Irish scrum-half, in the squad for the first time, was called into action after just 12 minutes of Saturday’s Calcutta Cup match against England when Ali Price had to go off for a head injury assessment.

White enjoyed a dream introduction to international rugby as he scored a try within five minutes of entering the action and then departed the field shortly afterwards when Price was deemed ready to return. It proved a crucial score in a narrow 20-17 victory for the Scots.

It was an incredible experience. Words can't do it justice. It was absolutely amazing.- Ben White

“When I came off the pitch and was back sitting on the bench, some of the lads were like ‘how was it?’ and I was like ‘the best 10 minutes of my life!'” said White.

“Getting on like that, so early in the game, was good because it took away the nerves and the anxiety of waiting until the last 20 minutes to get on.

“To be thrown in at the deep end was almost like a good thing because you just go on and do your job. It was an incredible experience. Words can’t do it justice. It was absolutely amazing. The stadium was electric, it was incredible.”

Stoke-born White has been overwhelmed by the response to his debut exploits.

“My friends and family were over the moon and incredibly proud,” he said. “The warmth of the Scotland fans has been incredible and the messages I’ve received have been incredible. It’s something I really appreciate. It’s meant so much to pull on that jersey.

“The coaching staff and the players have been brilliant with me ever since I set foot in camp. The way everyone’s got behind me and helped me learn everything