Farrell hails a revitalized Ireland after defeating Scotland and second-place finish

Ireland started the Six Nations regarded as an aging team in decline. Coach Andy Farrell couldn't be prouder after his side contained the strongest Scotland threat in decades by 43-21 on Saturday and finished second overall to defending champion France. Ireland was thrashed by France 36-14 on opening night in Paris and rebounded with a struggle against Italy, a record thrashing of England at Twickenham, a scrappy win over Wales and a 12th straight mauling of Scotland.