The England Women's Six Nations team has been dealt a significant blow with the loss of Morwenna Talling and Natasha Hunt due to injuries. Both players suffered leg injuries during the team's 33-12 victory over Ireland at the Allianz Stadium, with Talling being forced off after 43 minutes and Hunt lasting just 13 minutes after coming on as a substitute. This setback follows the earlier withdrawal of locks Zoe Stratford, Abbie Ward, and Rosie Galligan due to pregnancy. England head coach John Mitchell acknowledged the challenge, stating that the team may need to rely on back-rowers to fill the gap.
Talling and Hunt will remain with the England camp to consult specialists before beginning their rehabilitation. The team has called up Sydney Gregson and uncapped player Haidee Head to join the squad ahead of their match against Scotland.