Emotions ran high at Murrayfield just before kick-off last weekend, but there was far more than pumped-up passion to Scotland’s performance.

Shorn of resources due to a spate of injuries, especially up front, the hosts delivered a display that complemented toughness with intelligence. Despite eventually succumbing 22-17, Gregor Townsend’s astute side caused New Zealand plenty of problems.

Wales are next up for the All Blacks on Saturday. And, though Warren Gatland’s career has been characterised by a remarkable ability to rouse teams in adversity, they would do well to take heed of a few technical details that Scotland nailed.

Here are five lessons that Wales should bring into their third autumn Test against the All Blacks.

1. Restarts and organised exits are crucial

Moments after Doddie Weir’s poignant arrival with the match ball, Beauden Barrett attempted to catch Scotland cold.

This flat kick-off has become an All Blacks trademark in recent years. Kieran Read begins close to the touchline and the strike is aimed over Scotland’s lifting pod to give the number eight a one-on-one contest against left wing Lee Jones.

It is worth taking note of how Scotland set up. In the centre of the field is a two-man lifting pod made up of loosehead prop Darryl Marfo and lock Jonny Gray. Further over towards the near touchline, flanker John Barclay is supported by Stuart McInally in a second lifting pod.