Favourites Celtic have been drawn against First Division St Johnstone in the semi-finals of the Tennent's Scottish Cup .

Saints are the only non-Bank of Scotland Premier League outfit left in the competition but Celtic will face stiff competition against a side who have already disposed of SPL opposition in the shape of Falkirk and Motherwell.

Hibernian and Dunfermline meet in the other last-four tie, which also takes place at Hampden in April.

The Edinburgh club will be favourites to progress to the final but Dunfermline have also claimed some impressive scalps to reach the latter stages.

They sent Rangers crashing out of the competition, before defeating holders Hearts.

Scotland manager Alex McLeish believes both semi-finals have the potential for cup upsets.

St Johnstone have already defeated Rangers in the CIS Insurance Cup this season and McLeish insists they will fancy their chances against the other half of the Old Firm.

He told BBC Scotland: "They have beaten Rangers this season and will say why can't they beat Celtic.

"Owen Coyle has done a marvellous job at St Johnstone and there is no reason why they can't get to the Tennent's Scottish Cup final.

"But, of course, Celtic, will be the firm favourites."

Of the other tie, McLeish added: "On paper, I suppose Hibs are the favourites.

"But Dunfermline have had a fantastic cup run, when you consider they have beaten Rangers and Hearts and have taken care of Partick Thistle in the last round.

"There is every chance of an upset but Hibs have had a great season as well."