England Faces Scotland with Depleted Squad After Key Injuries

England's women's rugby team, led by head coach John Mitchell, is adapting to a lengthy injury list as they prepare to face Scotland in the Guinness Women's Six Nations. Mitchell has made several changes to the starting lineup, including giving 19-year-old Demelza Short her debut at blindside flanker. The team is looking to build on their 33-12 win over Ireland despite missing key players due to injury, including Hannah Botterman, Morwenna Talling, and Alex Matthews. England is also missing several players due to pregnancy. Mitchell emphasizes the team's ability to adapt and views the injuries as an opportunity for other players to step up. Defence coach Sarah Hunter sees this challenge as a chance to develop younger players for the next World Cup in 2029.