Scotland lock Tim Swinson expects sparks to fly when Gregor Townsend's unstoppable Dark Blues force collides with the immovable object of Ireland in Dublin next week. The Scots are on a high after their stunning 25-13 win over England at Murrayfield last weekend. That Calcutta Cup triumph has yet again underlined the forward strides Townsend's team have taken since the former Glasgow coach's appointment last summer. "Ireland also happen to be good at that but so we are we and it's going to be some sight seeing who wins out." "We had a good showing against New Zealand in the autumn and it was fantastic getting that win over England.

Source: Evening echo February 28, 2018 17:37 UTC