SCOTLAND
Stuart Hogg
Always adventurous, the full-back was again alert to any attacking openings that presented themselves 7 out of 10
Sean Maitland
The winger had one of his quieter afternoons in Scotland colours, but still played his part in some of the team’s multi-phase attacks 6
Huw Jones
Barring the result, a dream home debut for the centre. Showed great alertness to chase down Russell’s chip ahead and run 40m to score almost unopposed, and was equally sharp when scoring his second. Was also vital in defence, ending one move in which the Wallabies seemed sure to score 8
Alex Dunbar
Excellent early break led to Scotland’s first score from a Laidlaw penalty. Forged a promising centre partnership with Jones 7
Tim Visser
Dangerous on the ball as usual when he had the chance, and sparked the attack that led to Jones’ second try 7
Finn Russell
Produced a clever chip from around halfway that produced the opening try for Jones, and varied his play well as Scotland tried to fight fire with fire 7
Greig Laidlaw
The captain dictated the tempo of the game well when Scotland were on top, and had a big role to play in ensuring the team maintained their shape late in the game. Scored two conversions and a penalty, but saw another penalty come back off the upright 7
Allan Dell
The debutant prop was solid in the scrum and also showed up well in the loose, doing enough to suggest he will be in contention for national honours for some time to come. Replaced by Reid a dozen minutes into the second half 8
Ross Ford
The hooker was winning his 100th cap and led by example, helping the rookies on either side of him settle into Test rugby. Gave way to Brown after 55 mins 7
Zander Fagerson
Had some excellent carries on his first start, and also had a big say in the solidity of Scotland’s scrum. Gave way to Low for the last 12 minutes 7
Richie Gray
The lock was a productive source of good lineout ball as Scotland took the game to Australia in the opening dozen minutes. Forced off briefly in the first quarter as a blood injury, he nonetheless had one of his most impressive recent outings for his country 7
Jonny Gray
The lock’s try was the standout moment of his afternoon, but he also put in a power of work throughout the match, enhancing his reputation as one of Scotland’s most important players 8
John Barclay
Contributed some excellent work in the loose and was one of his team’s most influential players on a day when so many Scots distinguished themselves 8
Hamish Watson
Enjoyed an excellent first start for his country and showed no sign of being overawed by Hooper and Pocock. Unfazed by disruption to back row 8
Ryan Wilson
An early fumble from the No 8 could have proved costly but an Australian error ended the danger. Ankle damage then forced him off and he was replaced by John Hardie 5
Substitutes
Fraser Brown
On for Ford with 25 minutes to play 4
Gordon Reid
A 52nd-minute replacement for Dell as Scotland looked to hold their own in the scrum 4
Moray Low
Sub for Fagerson for the last 12 minutes 4
Grant Gilchrist
Came on as a blood replacement for Richie Gray in the first quarter, then was a substitute for Hardie for the last 20. Came close to a try 15 minutes from time as Scotland heaped pressure on the Wallabies defence 6
John Hardie
A fifth-minute replacement for Wilson. Injured his right leg after capturing Australian lineout ball at the start of the final quarter and is a doubt for the next game against Argentina 7
Pete Horne
On for Dunbar for the last 11 minutes 4
Not used: Ali Price, Rory Hughes
AUSTRALIA
Israel Folau
The full-back marked his 50th cap with the odd flash of inspiration, but for much of the time was forced to concentrate on his defensive duties 7 out of 10
Dane Haylett-Petty
Played a vital part in his team’s first try by coming off his wing to help produce an overlap, and also defended well when Scotland attacked out wide 7
Tevita Kuridrani
Provided some excellent continuity play as his team chased the game, and eventually proved the match-winner with the clinching try a few minutes from time 7
Reece Hodge
Executed his first-half try well after taking up good position, and was a useful foil for Kuridrani as the Wallabies varied their attacking options 6
Henry Speight
At times a marginal figure as Australia attacked through the centres, the winger nonetheless played his part in withstanding the Scottish offensive 6
Bernard Foley
Kept his composure as the match reached fever point late in the second half, and gave his team the win by converting Kuridrani’s late try. Another impressive display from the stand-off 8
Will Genia
After missing out on the previous match against Wales because he was on club duty, the scrum-half did a lot to keep up the tempo of his team’s attacks. Replaced by Phipps late in the second half 6
Scott Sio
Had a tough tussle with Fagerson in the scrum, only occasionally causing problems for the less experienced man. Gave way to Robinson for the last seven minutes 6
Stephen Moore
The captain showed up well in the loose, with one break and offload bringing his team close to an early try 7
Sekope Kepu
Did not get much change out of Dell in the first half, but stuck to his task well. Played for an hour before giving way to Alaalatoa 6
Rory Arnold
Has formed a promising second-row partnership with Coleman in recent Tests, but was soon deprived of his partner. Came off 10 minutes into second half after a solid contribution 6
Adam Coleman
The lock only lasted five minutes before an injury led to his being replaced by Simmons 4
David Pocock
The back-row forward’s speed at the breakdown was as impressive as usual, though there were times when he conceded second best to Watson 7
Michael Hooper
Looking as laidback as ever with his socks down at his ankles from the off, the flanker had a good midfield break midfield through the first half which almost produced a try 7
Lopeti Timani
Quieter than his more celebrated back-row colleagues, the No 8 was also outshone by his Scottish rivals. Gave way to Skelton for the last quarter 6
Substitutes
Tom Robertson
On for Sio for the last seven minutes 4
Allan Alaalatoa
Shored up the scrum for the final quarter 4
Rob Simmons
Pressed into action far sooner than expected, and played his part in establishing something akin to parity for the Wallabies in the set piece 6
Will Skelton
Came on for Timani with just over 20 minutes to play, and barely lasted ten minutes before being yellow-carded for an elbow charge on Jonny Gray at the back of the ruck 2
Dean Mumm
A sub for Arnold with half an hour to go, he helped the Wallabies maintain their forward momentum as they went in search of the winning score 5
Nick Phipps
The only member of the team that beat Wales to be omitted from the starting line-up, he was given a dozen minutes to help turn the game in the Wallabies’ favour 4
Unused: Tolu Latu, Quade Cooper
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