By BRENDAN GALLAGHER
A PUMPED up Scotland recorded only their second opening day win in the modern day Six Nations to underline their Championship potential this year.
Superb at the start and again at the death, the Scots had to absorb a spirited comeback by Ireland but were excellent value for their win and now travel to Paris with their tails up.
Experienced Scotland watchers wondered if some of the pre-tournament hype wasn’t a little over-optimistic given they have often flattered to deceive at the start of the Six Nations but Vern Cotter’s side quickly allayed those fears wi...