Australia 19-24 Scotland: Second tour win for Gregor Townsend’s side

Scotland move up to fourth in the world rankings with a fabulous 24-19 victory over Australia in Sydney.

Australia v Scotland
Australia (12) 19
Tries: Folau 2 Genia, Cons: Foley 2
Scotland (17) 24
Tries: Taylor, Russell, Watson Cons: Russell 3, Pens: Tonks

Scotland moved up to fourth in the world rankings with a fabulous victory over Australia in Sydney.

Duncan Taylor and Finn Russell scored first-half tries for the visitors, with Israel Folau replying twice.

The hosts nudged ahead when Will Genia found a gap in the stout Scottish defence.

But Scotland responded with a wonderful try finished off by Hamish Watson to make it two wins from two for new head coach Gregor Townsend.

Source: Australia 19-24 Scotland: Second tour win for Gregor Townsend’s side – BBC Sport