One win would do for Jim Hamilton

Scotland have endured a bruising campaign in this year’s RBS 6 Nations — but Jim Hamilton insists one win against Ireland will sooth their wounds.

Despite showing flashes of progress there has been little relief for the Scots after suffering the pain of successive defeats against France, Wales, Italy and then England last week.

But 60-cap lock Hamilton insists Scotland can deflate title-chasing Ireland’s party mood and start the healing process with a victory when they host their final game of this year’s Championships at Murrayfield tomorrow.