Patterson stars as Edinburgh beat Lions

A sparkling display from scrum-half Hector Patterson inspires Edinburgh to a comfortable URC victory over Lions. Hector Patterson scored two tries and assisted two more against Lions Tries: M. Currie, M. Tuipulotu, He. Patterson 2, Gwynn Cons: Grayson 2, Scott A sparkling display from scrum-half Hector Patterson inspired Edinburgh to a comfortable bonus-point victory over Lions in the URC. Two days after signing an improved contract at the club, the 21-year-old continued his fine start to the season with two tries and two assists as Edinburgh made it four league wins from four. In wet and windy conditions in the Scottish capital, Edinburgh edged a tight first half thanks to Matt Currie's try, which came after a neat combination with Patterson down the left flank.

Edinburgh's line-out was totally dominant, with lock Glen Young and flanker Liam McConnell particularly impressive, but the hosts' forwards were outshone by their effervescent nine. Mosese Tuipulotu – having been denied a similar score minutes earlier – powered over for Edinburgh's second try on 47 minutes after gathering a Patterson offload. And provider turned scorer soon after as Patterson raced under the posts following a slick backs move. Batho Hlekani crossed for Lions' only try after a spell of pressure on the Edinburgh line, but they were unable to build on that score. Patterson's second