Ireland secure win over Scotland in 6 nations

Ireland have beaten Scotland in their Six Nations opener at the Aviva Stadium this afternoon.

Tries from Andrew Trimble, Jamie Heaslip and Rob Kearney helped Ireland to a 28 points to 6 win.

Ireland’s other points came from the boot of Johnny Sexton, while Greig Laidlaw scored two penalties for Scotland.

Jamie Heaslip put in a man of the match performance as Captain, after Paul O’Connell was ruled out before kick off with a chest infection.

Ireland take on Wales next Saturday at the Aviva Stadium in their next game.