History of rugby union matches between Ireland and Scotland

Ireland and Scotland have played each other at rugby union in 144 matches, with Ireland winning 73 times, Scotland winning 66 times and five matches drawn. Since 1989, the teams have competed for the Centenary Quaich during the Six Nations Championship.

Summary

Overall

Records

<small>Note: Date shown in brackets indicates when the record was or last set.</small>

Attendance

<small>Up to date as of 14 March 2026</small>

Results

Notes

The match was abandoned after 20 minutes due to bad weather, with the scores level on goals and Scotland ahead on tries. As such this is not counted as a test match. The game was replayed on 7 March 1885 in Scotland.

Results by Decade

Gallery

References