Dominant pack set tone for Ireland

Ireland 34 Scotland 7

Dominant pack set tone for Ireland
Sat, 01 Feb, 2014 - 00:00
John Fallon

A victory by four tries to one was never in doubt for Mike Ruddock’s men, who controlled proceedings throughout and only conceded in the final play of the night.

It sets them up well for the visit of Junior World Cup runners-up Wales to Athlone next Friday night when the opposition will be considerably stronger.

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