Sione Tuipulotu has rapidly ascended to prominence in international rugby, known for his dynamic presence in the midfield and leadership qualities. His performances at club level for Glasgow Warriors, led to his Scotland debut in October 2021 during the Autumn Nations Series against Tonga .Tuipulotu has since become a mainstay in the national team and in November 2024, he was appointed Scotland captain for the Autumn Nations Series, underscoring his leadership and influence on the field. Despite an injury that ruled him out of the 2025 Six Nations Championship, Tuipulotu made a swift recovery and returned to action in May 2025, just in time to earn a spot in the 2025 British & Irish Lions squad, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning international career .