Sam Prendergast thrives in 'savage' Murrayfield atmosphere

Sam Prendergast admitted he was almost overwhelmed by the atmosphere inside Murrayfield before his star turn in Ireland's 32-18 Six Nations victory over Scotland on Sunday afternoon.

The Leinster out-half was excellent throughout, kicking three of four conversions and two penalties in a composed and intelligent performance.

He looked unfazed in the Edinburgh caudlron, but Prendergast revealed afterwards that he was bowled over by the pre-match noise and passion.

"It was an unbelievable game and a savage atmosphere," said the 21-year-old.

"I couldn't really believe it when the national anthems were being sung. I was trying to focus on the task at hand but it was pretty special.

"I thought we started unbelievably in the game. We put so much pressure on. It wasn't perfect but we just kept piling on moments. I thought we did really well in the second half when they got their purple patch to then come back. I think that shows a good bit of character from us.

"It wasn't perfect from us but it was better than last week and we'll keep trying to get better week on week."

First day playing outside of the country for Ireland and Sam Prendergast is man of the match with 12-points coming from his boots.
FT: Scotland 18-32 Ireland