Overview
- Scotland secured the bonus point with tries from Huw Jones (two), Jamie Ritchie and Ben White to cap a fast start and sustained control.
- England wing Henry Arundell received two first-half yellows, the second upgrading to a 20-minute red for an aerial challenge on Kyle Steyn, leaving England short-handed for half an hour.
- Matt Fagerson’s charge-down of George Ford’s drop-goal attempt set up Jones’s second score, a decisive momentum swing as Scotland moved 31-13 ahead.
- Townsend marked his 100th Test in charge saying he was “so proud,” with reports of possible injuries to Jack Dempsey, Jamie Dobie and Ritchie noted after the match.
- England’s Grand Slam bid ended as they turn to host Ireland next weekend, while Scotland take their momentum to Wales; separately, Ireland’s Club XV retained the Dalriada Cup against Scotland Club XV on February 13.