Scotland player ratings vs Ireland - 2021 Six Nations
Scotland’s winless run against Ireland extended to six matches as the visitors recorded a 27 – 24 win at BT Murrayfield this afternoon.
It also marks a second successive defeat for Gregor Townsend’s side despite tries from Hamish Watson and Finn Rusell.
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15. STUART HOGG – 7
The captain tried to get his side back into the game and linked up well with Jones to set-up Scotland’s second try. Took over at stand-off when Russell departed and kicked his goals, but was clearly frustrated with ref Romain Poite for his officiating of the breakdown.
14. SEAN MAITLAND – 6
Chased kicks and kept James Lowe quiet for large spells, but not able to get his hands on the ball as much as he would have liked. A solid, if unspectacular performance.
13. CHRIS HARRIS – 5
A 10th consecutive start for the Gloucester man but another who was quiet. Left short-handed as Henshaw scored early, he wasn’t able to have the impact he has in previous games and was replaced by Jones, who added an attacking threat.
12. SAM JOHNSON – 6
A largely anonymous opening 40 minutes on his return to the side, but got himself involved more after the break. Carried well to set up Jones’ try but was well marshalled by Henshaw.
11. DUHAN VAN DER MERWE – 6
Caught out of position for Henshaw’s try and gave away a penalty when Beirne got over the ball at the breakdown. Not his usual threat in attack.
10. FINN RUSSELL – 7
Finished his seventh Test try in his usually relaxed style, and has tried to get his team on the front foot. Missed a long-range penalty in the first half
9. ALI PRICE – 5
Gave away two costly penalties – one before half-time and another when the hosts had just drawn level late on. Didn’t offer the same spark as he did against Wales and was out-kicked by Jamison Gibson-Park.
1. RORY SUTHERLAND – 6
Held up In an early carry and unable to get on top at the scrum, it wasn’t the outing he’d have hoped for with a Lions berth potentially up for grabs. Replaced by Jamie Bhatti, who added impact.
2. GEORGE TURNER – 5
A difficult afternoon at the lineout for the Glasgow hooker, with Ireland putting huge pressure on his throws. Gave his all in the loose with some ferocious carries, but the lineout is a hooker’s bread and butter.
PLAYER RATINGS
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3. WP NEL – 5
Picked for his scrummaging prowess but wasn’t able to get on top of Cian Healy and doesn’t offer the same threat around the pitch as Zander Fagerson. His replacement Berghan made a big impact with ball in hand.
4. SCOTT CUMMINGS – 6
Outplayed his second row colleague but wasn’t at the same level as James Ryan or Iain Henderson. Nevertheless, he offered himself to carry and worked hard.
5. JONNY GRAY – 5
With Lions places potentially on the line, a really disappointing showing from the Exeter man. Scotland’s lineout didn’t function properly at all and he wasn’t able to get Scotland on the front foot with ball in hand.
6. JAMIE RITCHIE – 6
Penalised a couple of times at the breakdown, but also won a penalty in that area. Didn’t have the same impact after half-time before making way for Nick Haining, who added energy.
7. HAMISH WATSON – 7
Muscular carries got Scotland on the front foot and produced one vital turnover when Ireland were camped on the Irish line. Finished his own try superbly
8. MATT FAGERSON – 7
A couple of big carries in the second half – including one from the kick-off as Scotland looked to get back in the game. Won a turnover penalty, too, and looks to be the answer to Scotland’s long-term number eight conundrum.
Comments on RugbyPass
The game was a quarter final, not a semi final. Barrett will be here for 6 months, he is no one's replacement at 13. That mantle will most likely ultimately go to Jamie Osborne, though Garry Ringrose has at least 4 more years in him. The long term problem position (in the next 3 years) for Leinster is tighthead prop, though there are a couple of prospects at schools level.
21 Go to commentsSo much for all that hype surrounding the ‘revival’ of Aussie rugby. The Blues were without the likes of regular starters Perofeta, Sullivan, Christie etc… This was a capitulation of the highest order by Australia’s finest. Joe Schmidt definitely has his work cut out for him.
2 Go to commentsYes they can ignore Sotutu. Like Akira Ioane plays OK at Super level but gets lost in tests. Too many chances too many failures.
2 Go to commentsA wallaby front-row of Bell, Blake and Tupou…now that would be hefty
1 Go to comments“But with an exceptional pass accuracy rating “ Which apart from Roigard is not a feature of any of the other 9s in NZ. Kind of basic for a Black 9 dont.you. think? Yet we keep seeing FC and TJ being rated ahead of him? Weird if it’s seen as vital to get our backline beating in your face defences.
1 Go to commentsThanks BeeMc! Looks like many teams need extra time to settle from the quadrennial northern migration. I think generally the quality of the Rugby has held up. Fiji has been fantastic and fun to watch
13 Go to commentsLets compare apples with apples. Lyon sent weak team the week before, but nobody raised an eyebrow. Give the South African teams a few years to build their depth, then you will be moaning that the teams are too strong.
41 Go to commentsDid footballs agents also perform the scout role at some time? I’m surprised more high profile players haven’t taken up the occupation, great way to remain in the game and use all that experience without really requiring a lot of specific expertise?
1 Go to commentsSuper rugby is struggling but that has little to do with sabbaticals. 1. Too many teams from Aust and NZ - should be 3 and 4 respectively, add in 2 from Japan, 1 possibly 2 from Argentina. 2. Inconsistent and poor refereeing, admittedly not restricted to Super rugby. Only one team was reffed at the breakdown in Reds v H’Landers match. Scrum penalty awarded in Canes v Drua when No 8 had the ball in the open with little defence nearby - ideal opportunity to play advantage. Coming back to Reds match - same scrum situation but ref played advantage - Landers made 10 yards and were penalised at the breakdown when the ref should have returned to scrum penalty. 3. Marketing is weak and losing ground to AFL and NRL. Playing 2 days compared with 4. 4. Scheduling is unattractive to family attendance. Have any franchises heard of Sundays 2pm?
12 Go to commentsAbsolutely..all they need is a chance in yhe playoffs and I bet all the other teams will be nervous…THEY KNOW HOW TO WIN IM THE PLAYOFFS..
2 Go to commentsI really hope he comes back and helps out with some coaching.
1 Go to commentsI think we are all just hoping that the Olympic 7s doesn’t suffer the same sad fate as the last RWC with the officials ruining the spectacle.
1 Go to commentsPersonally, I’ve lost the will to even be bothered about the RFU, the structure, the participants. It’s all a sham. I now simply enjoy getting a group of friends together to go and watch a few games a year in different locations (including Europe, the championship, etc). I feel extremely sorry for the real fans of these clubs who are constantly ignored by the RFU and other administrators. I feel especially sorry for the fans of clubs in the Championship who have had considerable central funding stripped away and are then expected to just take whatever the RFU put to them. Its all a sham, especially if the failed clubs are allowed to return.
10 Go to commentsI’m guessing Carl Hayman would have preferred to have stayed in NZ with benefit of hindsight. Up north there is the expectation to play twice as many games with far less ‘player management’ protocols that Paul is now criticising. Less playing through concussions means longer, healthier, careers. Carter used as the eg here by Paul, his sabbatical allowed him to play until age 37. OK its not an exact science but there is far more expectations on players who sign for Top 14 or Engl Prem clubs to get value for the huge salaries. NZR get alot wrong but keeping their best players in NZ rugby is not one of them. SA clubs are virtually devoid of their top players now, no thanks. They cant threaten the big teams in the Champions Cup, the squads have little depth. Cant see Canes/Chiefs struggling. Super has been great this year, fantastic high skill matches. Drua a fantastic addition and Jaguares will add another quality team eventually. Aus teams performing strongly and no doubt will benefit with the incentive of a Lions tour and a home RWC. Let Jordie enjoy his time with Leinster, it will allow the opportunity for another player to emerge at Canes in his absence.
12 Go to commentsLove that man, his way to despise angry little men is so funny ! 😂
5 Go to comments“South African franchises would be powerhouses if we had all our overseas based players back in situ. We would have the same unbeatable aura the Toulouses, Leinsters or Saracens of this world have had over the last decade or so.” Proof that Jake white does not understand the economics of the game in SA. Players earning abroad are not going to simply come back and represent the bulls. But they might if they have a springbok contract.
25 Go to commentsA lot of fans just joined in for the fun of it! We all admire O'Gara and what he has done for La Rochelle
5 Go to commentsThe RFU will find a way to mess this up as usual. My bet is there will be no promotion into the the Premiership, only relegation into National League One. Hopefully they won’t parachute failed clubs into the league at the expense of clubs who have battled for promotion.
10 Go to commentsWell that’s the contracts for RG and Jordie bought and paid for. Now, what are the chances we can persuade Antoine to hop over with all the extra dosh we’ll have from living at the Aviva & Croke next season…??? 🤑🤑🤑
37 Go to commentsWow, that’s incredible. Great for rugby.
37 Go to comments