Bevan braced for another big Wales clash with Scots

KEIRA Bevan hopes lightning can strike twice when Wales tackle Scotland in their Women’s Rugby World Cup opener.

- Phil BLANCHE Press Association

Scrumhalf Bevan kicked an 84th-minute penalty to give Wales a memorable 18-15 victory over Scotland when the two nations met in their tournament opener in New Zealand three years ago.

Saturday's game at the Salford Community Stadium appears just as important as that 2022 meeting, with world-ranked number two Canada overwhelming favourites to win Pool B and only two quarterfinal places up for grabs.

Bevan said: “We probably didn't know how big that win against Scotland was in terms of getting out of the pool.

“It was a bit of a weird one because I was on the bench and you don't think you'll have a significant impact on the game.

“When you look at the footage you see there was a bit of toing and froing who was actually going to take the kick.