A dominant showing from Scotland in their Six Nations rugby opener against Wales in Cardiff

Having lead 20-nil at halftime - the visiting Scots have scored their third try to take a 27-nil early in the second half.

Earlier - a standout effort from New Zealand-born flanker Ethan Roots helped England to a tight win over Italy.

Trailing 17-14 at halftime - the English secured a 27-24 victory at the Stadio Olympico in Rome.

The Italians third try late in injury time narrowed the final margin - with Roots named player of the match on test debut.