Top 3 performers - Scotland vs Ireland

Stuart Hogg

Hogg was the stand out performer in an exceptional Scotland performance in their Six Nations opener against Ireland. He displayed incredible strength and pace to get over the whitewash for two fantastic tries. He also kicked very smartly throughout and was solid in defence. He has surely now cemented his name beside the number 15 on the Lions team sheet.

Jonny Gray

The young second row was phenomenal today. He was outstanding in defence, making 28 tackles and smashing the Irish attackers back over the gain line time and time again. He was a menace at the breakdown disrupting the Irish play and slowing the overall tempo of their attack. He is another player who is doing his utmost to throw his name into contention to make Warren Gatland’s Lions side.

Sean O’Brien

Sean O’Brien was Ireland’s stand out performer in this disappointing game. He made all his tackles, was a constant threat the breakdown and did his best to lead from the front. Perhaps the most impressive aspect of his performance was his carrying which cause the Scottish defence a host of problems.