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 face Ireland in the opening match of the Guinness Six Nations, with seven players from the World Cup-winning team featured in the lineup. The Red Roses will return to action for the first time since their World Cup victory over Canada, with Jones taking charge for the first time after replacing former captain Zoe Stratford. The team includes experienced players such as Ellie Kildunne, Jess Breach, and Amy Cokayne, as well as newcomers like 19-year-old number eight Haineala Lutui, who is set to make her debut as a replacement. Head coach John Mitchell expressed his excitement for the match, stating that the team is ready to perform in front of a record crowd of over 75,000 fans at Allianz Stadium. Ireland, led by captain Erin King, will also feature several experienced players, including Cliodhna Moloney-MacDonald, who is set to reach 50 Test caps, and uncapped prop Eilís Cahill and scrum-half Katie Whelan. The match promises to be an exciting encounter between two strong teams, with England aiming to win their eighth consecutive Six Nations title.