Making your international debut is a dream for any rugby player, but doing it in a dramatic Six Nations victory makes it truly unforgettable. For Scotland's Holland Bogan, that dream became a reality in Cardiff, as she described the experience as "unreal" after helping her side secure a hard-fought 24-19 win over Wales.

The 21-year-old Glasgow forward entered the fray from the bench, contributing to a gritty Scottish performance at a packed Principality Stadium. The victory was built on key tries from Chloe Rollie, Shona Campbell, and Lucia Scott, complemented by the reliable boot of Helen Nelson, whose kicking proved decisive in gaining second-half control.

The match was a classic Six Nations arm-wrestle, with Scotland forced to endure intense late pressure. They even had to survive the final minutes a player down after Demi Swann received a yellow card in the 85th minute. The tension was finally broken by a Welsh line-out error, allowing the Scots to clinch the opening-round win.

Reflecting on her debut in a Scottish Rugby video, Bogan captured the emotion of the occasion. "It was unreal. Playing in this stadium is always amazing. Playing with this team is really special," she said. "I am just so grateful. I have been waiting for it for a while, but this was the perfect time."

She also paid tribute to the physical nature of the contest, a hallmark of the historic rivalry. "It was really physical, Wales are always really physical. Fair play to Wales for sticking it out... but even fairer play to the girls for sticking it out defensively as well." It was a winning start for Scotland, and a perfect, unforgettable debut for a promising new talent.