Australia dominates Scotland in WXV Global Series match in Sydney

In a WXV Global Series match held in Sydney on October 17, Australia secured a commanding 56-12 victory over Scotland, marking Scotland's eighth consecutive loss. Australia took control after a slow start, with Brittany Merlo scoring the first of eight tries in the 17th minute, leading to a 35-5 halftime score. The Scots initially held a lead through Katie Buchanan’s try in the fifth minute but could not sustain it as Australia responded with several tries, including two from Desiree Miller and Amelia Whitaker. Both teams will look to improve their standings in the ongoing tournament.

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