Ireland's Gordon D'Arcy is wrapped up by the Scottish defence as the visitors look to gain the initiative early on The impressive Paul O'Connell creates a number of openings for the Irish as he dominates with ball in hand Dan Parks' clearance kick is charged down by Ireland's Ronan O'Gara as the visitors are provided with a scoring opportunity Gordon D'Arcy and Simon Easterby combine to release O'Gara who bursts through to score the opening try Ireland celebrate O'Gara's 12th international try that helps Eddie O'Sullivan's men to a 13-9 lead at the break Ireland fail to stretch their lead and allow Scotland to stay in touch through the assured boot of fly-half Chris Paterson Scotland claim an 18-13 lead but infringements prove costly as O'Gara slots over two quick penalties to earn a 19-18 lead Scotland desperately search for the win but Ireland manage to maintain their slender lead as the final whistle blows Ireland's captain Brian O'Driscoll celebrates with his side as the hard-earned win secures the Triple Crown
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