England's Red Roses are adapting to a lengthy list of absent players as they prepare for their Guinness Women's Six Nations match against Scotland. Coach John Mitchell has made five changes to the starting lineup, including giving 19-year-old Demelza Short her debut at blindside flanker. Other newcomers include fly-half Zoe Harrison, full-back Emma Sing, lock Abi Burton, and prop Maud Muir. The team is looking to build on their 33-12 victory over Ireland despite the loss of key players such as Hannah Botterman, Morwenna Talling, and Alex Matthews due to injury.
Additionally, several players are missing due to pregnancy, highlighting the challenges faced by the team. Mitchell remains positive, stating that these changes create opportunities for other players to step up and demonstrate the team's depth. England's defense coach, Sarah Hunter, views this as a chance to develop younger players in preparation for the next World Cup in 2029.