Hats off to McGhie as Scots run riot to crush Welsh and get off to flying start

BRYAN EASSON hailed ruthless Scotland as they launched their Women’s World Cup bid by walloping Wales.

- RODDY DUNCAN

Francesca McGhie was the star of the show in Salford with an impressive hat-trick of tries but coach Easson knows it was a team effort.

With Canada huge favourites to top Group B, this was a must-win for Scotland and the bonus points boost their hopes of reaching the last eight.