Cornish Pirates made an impressive debut in the British and Irish Cup on Sunday with a four-try victory over Scottish side Gael Force.

The visitors took an early three-point lead as skipper David Blair converted a penalty chance.

But the Pirates picked up a gear thanks to fly-half Rob Cook, who was able to level the scores, before Luke Collins and Nick Jackson both touched down.

Gavin Cattle and Dave Ward then scored second-half chances to secure the win.

The result means Pirates top the Pool A table after the first round of matches, with a trip away to Leinster next up on Friday.

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