England Overwhelm Ireland in Record-Breaking Women's Six Nations Match
England successfully kicked off their title defence with a convincing 33-12 victory over Ireland, playing in front of a record-breaking crowd of 77,120 spectators at the Women's Six Nations. The world champions, led by hooker Amy Cokayne and prop Sarah Bern, who scored two tries each, dominated the first half with a 21-0 lead. Jess Breach sealed the bonus point early in the second half with her record 54th try, before Ireland finally got on the scoreboard with a try from replacement Anna McGann. The Red Roses further extended their lead with a fifth try from Ellie Kildunne, while Ireland captain Erin King scored a consolation try. Currently on a 34-game winning streak, England aims to achieve their fifth consecutive Six Nations Grand Slam and eighth title in a row. The team will face Scotland in their next match on April 18.