England Names New-Look Squad for Women's Six Nations Opener Against Ireland
England's women's rugby team, led by captain Meg Jones, is set to kick off their Guinness Six Nations title defense against Ireland at the Allianz Stadium. The team features seven players from the World Cup final victory over Canada. Jones takes over as captain, replacing Zoe Stratford, who is pregnant with her first child. The Red Roses will face a strong Irish side led by captain Erin King, with several new players making their debut. England is seeking its eighth consecutive Six Nations title, with France posing a significant challenge. The match is expected to draw a record crowd of over 75,000 fans, with the team eager to perform in front of their home supporters.