EDINBURGH, Scotland (AP) — Ireland withstood a late rally by plucky Scotland to seal a 21-18 win at Murrayfield on Sunday and stay in contention for the Six Nations title.
Converted tries by Jamie Heaslip, Eoin Reddan and recalled flyhalf Ronan O'Gara put the Irish 21-9 ahead by the 53rd minute, but their continued indiscipline brought Scotland back into the match.
Fullback Chris Paterson kicked his fourth penalty and replacement flyhalf Dan Parks added a penalty and a drop goal to pull the hosts within three points with 10 minutes left.
Ireland held on, though, for a second win in three matches and is now level on four points with Wales and France.
Unbeaten …
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