Bryan Easson hailed his side’s spirit as Scotland sealed a last-gasp 26-19 victory over Ireland in the Guinness Women’s Six Nations.

The Scotland star has suffered an injury, which will be of concern ahead of the Champions Cup semi-finals and the Lions squad announcement.

Edinburgh head coach Sean Everitt was pleased to take two points away from Parma but thinks reaching the play-offs is now out of their hands.

Franco Smith said Glasgow’s defeat to the Bulls will not impact the defending champions as they prepare for the business end of the season.

Glasgow’s hopes of a top-two finish in the United Rugby Championship were dealt a serious blow as the Bulls won 26-19 at Scotstoun.

Edinburgh were lucky to leave Parma with a draw and were poor. Zebre dominated the early stages, but poor handling ...