Jamie Heaslip: We gave fans something to cheer for

Ireland number eight Jamie Heaslip was not surprised by Scotland's fighting spirit in their RBS 6 Nations finale, but was delighted the hosts rounded off their injury-hit title defence with a victory.

Jamie Heaslip: We gave fans something to cheer for

Ireland number eight Jamie Heaslip was not surprised by Scotland's fighting spirit in their RBS 6 Nations finale, but was delighted the hosts rounded off their injury-hit title defence with a victory.

CJ Stander, Keith Earls, Conor Murray and Devin Toner all struck with tries as Ireland edged a thrilling clash 35-25, capitalising on pivotal yellow cards for John Barclay and Alex Dunbar.

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