Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu stated the team has earned the right to compete for the Six Nations title heading into their final match against Ireland. A victory, combined with an England win over France, could secure Scotland's first championship since 1999.
"We've earned that privilege. We're really excited about it," Tuipulotu commented, emphasizing the team's focus on their own performance. Scotland aims to beat Ireland for the first time in 12 meetings, a feat required to remain in contention.
Tuipulotu stressed the importance of playing their game regardless of external factors. "The main thing is the 80 minutes of rugby ahead of us," he said, noting the team's experience with high-pressure matches since their loss to Italy.
He also highlighted a shift in mindset for games in Dublin, moving from "hope" to "belief" and the necessity of acting on that conviction. The captain believes the team is ready to "take another step forward" against Ireland.