Scotland player ratings vs Portugal | 2024 Autumn Nations Series

Scotland's full-back Tom Jordan (L) is tackled by Portugal's centre Tomas Appleton (R) during the Autumn Nations Series International rugby union test match between Scotland and Portugal at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on November 16, 2024. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP) (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Scotland Player Ratings: Scotland cruised to a resounding nine-try victory over Portugal at Murrayfield, with several players taking full advantage of their opportunities in Gregor Townsend’s heavily rotated side. Here’s how they rated:

1. Jamie Bhatti – 8 Solid in the scrum and got on the scoresheet early in the second half with a powerful drive over the line. A dependable shift from the loosehead.

2. Patrick Harrison – 7 Carried all day and was accurate at the set-piece. Worked hard in the tight exchanges before being replaced in the second half.

3. Will Hurd – 8A dream debut at Murrayfield for the Leicester prop, who opened the scoring with his first international try. Dominant in the scrum and busy in the loose.

4. Alex Craig – 7Reliable in the lineout and brought physicality to the breakdown. Quietly effective before being subbed.

5. Alex Samuel – 7 An industrious display from the rookie second row. Combined well with Craig in the set-piece and tackled tirelessly.

6. Luke Crosbie – 7Led the defensive effort with a high work rate and physical edge. Played a major role in slowing Portugal’s attacking tempo to a crawl.

7. Ben Muncaster – 8A strong ball carrier throughout and provided key support for his teammates at crucial moments. Another strong performance in the bank from the openside.

8. Josh Bayliss – 8.5Crossed for Scotland’s fifth try and carried with intent all game. The Bath man showed good anticipation and support lines to capitalize on Scotland’s attacking structure.

9. George Horne – 7.5His sharp passing kept the attack ticking over, and he brought pace to the breakdown. Made way for Dobie in the second half. A few missed tackles blotted the copybook, but his great save to set up Darcy Graham’s try made up for it.

10. Adam Hastings – 8Directed play well with a strong tactical kicking game and converted several tries before being substituted. A really impressive afternoon’s work.

11. Arron Reed – 9Maybe Scotland’s standout performer. The Sale winger scored two second-half tries with blistering pace and clinical finishing. A thrilling debut at Murrayfield.

12. Stafford McDowall – 8.5Captain for the day, and he rose to the occasion. Scored a brilliant solo try and led by example with his powerful running and defensive commitment.

13. Rory Hutchinson – 7.5Created space for those outside him and linked well with Tom Jordan to set up Bayliss’s try. A composed showing at centre barring one or two minor blemishes. An underrated player.

14. Darcy Graham – 8.5Wowed the crowd with a sensational individual try to equal Duhan van der Merwe’s try-scoring record. Dangerous with every touch.

15. Tom Jordan – 8.5A couple of turnovers aside, the Bristol-bound playmaker adapted well when switching from full-back to fly-half after Hastings’ substitution. His kicking and distribution were precise and he was beating defenders for fun at times.

REPLACEMENTS:

16. Johnny Matthews – 7 Busy in the loose after coming on and slotted seamlessly into the set-piece.

17. Rory Sutherland – 7 Brought strength to the scrum when introduced and contributed well in the loose.

18. Elliot Millar Mills – 7 Put in a solid shift in the scrum and tackled hard.

19. Ewan Johnson – 7 Added physicality when he entered the fray, helping Scotland maintain control.

20. Freddy Douglas – 7 A landmark day for the teenager, who became Scotland’s youngest debutant since 1963. Showed no nerves and made his presence felt.

21. Jamie Dobie – 8Made an immediate impact with a well-taken try and injected pace into Scotland’s attack.

22. Matt Currie – 7 Busy in the midfield and held his defensive line well during Portugal’s late attacks.

23. Kyle Rowe – 7 Brought energy and flair to the backline in the final quarter.

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