England Women's Six Nations Squad Dealt Double Injury Setback

The England women's rugby team has been hit with a dual injury setback, as Morwenna Talling and Natasha Hunt have been forced to withdraw from the remainder of the Women's Six Nations tournament due to leg injuries sustained during the team's 33-12 victory over Ireland at Allianz Stadium. Talling, a lock, was injured after 43 minutes, while Hunt, a replacement scrum-half, lasted just 13 minutes before being substituted due to injury. This latest setback adds to England's woes in the second row, with Zoe Stratford, Abbie Ward, and Rosie Galligan having previously withdrawn from the tournament due to pregnancy. According to England head coach John Mitchell, the team may be forced to adapt and rely on back-rowers to fill the gaps, stating, "We've lost four international locks, so we might end up being a team of back-rowers by the end of the competition. There are different ways to play this game, and if we have to rely on back-rowers, we'll make it work." Talling and Hunt will remain with the England squad to consult with specialists before commencing rehabilitation at their respective clubs. In response to these injuries, the RFU has confirmed that Sydney Gregson and uncapped player Haidee Head have joined the squad to prepare for the upcoming match against Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday.