Former Scotland back row John Barclay: "Finn Russell got the team moving superbly well and the key to it was that he got lots of ball.

"His kicking game, after missing those kicks last week, was superb. His time on the ball, his distribution, made space everywhere.

"There's been a few questions about his form, and he needed a big performance with a view to the Lions tour coming up in the summer."

Former Wales centre Jonathan Davies: "Scotland lost their shape when Russell went off and Wales hung on in there and showed great character.

"Russell played exceptionally well. He had a hand in most of the good things and Wales couldn't put any pressure on him. He was in an armchair ride.

"The Lions will have a big pack in front of him, so he's put himself in the box seat."

Former Scotland back row Johnnie Beattie: "When Zander Fagerson and Finn Russell come off, Scotland are not as strong.

"They lacked a little in that last 20 minutes, but you have to compliment Wales on that final third. They were much better in their approach and there was jeopardy towards the end of the game, so it was a much better watch than the first hour."