Australia beat Scotland with strong second-half performance

Australia defeated Scotland in Edinburgh with a clinical second-half performance in the WXV Global Series, handing the hosts a third consecutive defeat in the competition, according to the BBC.

Scotland struggled to contain Australia's attack after the break, as the visitors pulled away to secure the win in front of the home crowd.

A difficult run continues for Scotland

The result extends a challenging run for Scotland in the WXV Global Series, with the team now having lost three matches in a row in the competition. The losses will likely prompt further scrutiny of the squad's form heading into the remainder of the series.

Australia's ability to assert control in the second half proved decisive, building on a competitive first half to eventually pull clear on the scoreboard.

Scotland will look to respond in their upcoming fixtures as they aim to end their losing streak, while Australia will look to carry the momentum from Edinburgh into their next matches in the series.