Ireland secured a tense 17-13 victory over Scotland in Dublin, clinching consecutive Six Nations titles.
Despite a setback against England last week, Ireland rallied to claim the championship, though the match against Scotland proved challenging.
Under Andy Farrell’s leadership, Ireland needed only to avoid defeat to secure the trophy at the Aviva Stadium. They led 7-6 at halftime, propelled by Dan Sheehan’s try off an overthrown lineout. In the second half, Andrew Porter’s try extended their lead to 17-6, with Huw Jones’s late Scottish score serving as a mere consolation.
Gregor Townsend’s Scottish squad aimed to rebound from a stunning loss to Italy, which dashed their title hopes.
Despite an improved showing in Dublin, Scotland’s 10th consecutive defeat against Ireland leaves their Six Nations campaign marked by disappointment, with just two victories in what initially held promise.
