If talk in Edinburgh’s overflowing bars on Saturday evening was turning to thoughts of a long-overdue Six Nations title tilt, those tasked with guiding the next stage of Scotland’s journey were understandably keen to sound a note of caution.
It is only 12 months since the Scots enjoyed a similarly giddy opening-day triumph against England at Twickenham – a far more comprehensive win than the 11-6 scoreline suggested.
