England's Women's Six Nations campaign has been dealt a significant blow with the loss of Morwenna Talling and Natasha Hunt to leg injuries. The injuries occurred during the team's 33-12 victory over Ireland at the Allianz Stadium, where a record-breaking 77,120 spectators were in attendance.
Talling, a lock, was forced off the field after 43 minutes, while Hunt, a scrum-half, lasted only 13 minutes after coming on as a substitute. This latest setback means that England will be without several key players in the second row, including Zoe Stratford, Abbie Ward, and Rosie Galligan, who are all expecting.
England head coach John Mitchell acknowledged the challenge, stating that the team may need to rely on back-rowers to fill the gaps. Talling and Hunt will remain with the England camp to consult with specialists before starting their rehabilitation at their respective clubs. The RFU has confirmed that Sydney Gregson and Haidee Head have joined the squad to prepare for the upcoming match against Scotland at Murrayfield.