Future may not all be Black if Ireland can play it clever

JUST as Scottish rugby was beginning to feel good about itself again after a string of impressive winning performances against Ireland and a double away to Argentina, the All Blacks came to town.

The Scots were on a high for the first time in years and this was reflected when a crowd of 57,000 returned to Murrayfield Saturday to witness further signs of the renaissance under Andy Robinson. After just 25 minutes with four tries and 28 points on board, New Zealand had swatted them aside.

The All Blacks have a habit of doing that to teams. Robinson, who has worked wonders since his elevation to national coach, felt compelled to apologise for letting down a nation.