Gordon Dalziel's side defied the critics to reach the final, beating Hibs in extra-time of the semi-final.

But Rangers, anxious to make up for a trophy-less season last year, proved too strong for the First Division side.

Tore Andre Flo gave Rangers the lead, captain Barry Ferguson scored from the penalty spot and Claudio Caniggia added two more to spoil the party for the underdogs.

The Cup gives Rangers boss Alex McLeish his first silverware as Ibrox boss.

Does the victory mark a return to winning ways for Rangers?