Sadia Kabeya believes England is poised to demonstrate their squad depth as they face Scotland at Murrayfield, despite being depleted by injuries and pregnancies. The team is missing 10 players, including double World Cup winner Alex Matthews, who is out due to a shoulder issue.
This has resulted in a significant reshuffle, particularly in the second row, where 22-year-old Lilli Ives Campion now partners with converted back row Abi Burton. Kabeya views this crisis as an opportunity for England to showcase their playing resources, following their 33-12 victory over Ireland. "This team is known for its strength in depth, and now we have a great chance to prove it," Kabeya said. The flanker acknowledged the unfortunate timing of the injuries but expressed confidence in the players stepping up, citing their strong performances in the Premiership Women's Rugby and successful training sessions.
England will face a record crowd of over 25,000 as Rachel Malcolm's Scotland attempts to pull off an upset. Kabeya, who has never played at Murrayfield, is excited about the historic occasion, noting the significant growth of women's rugby over the past couple of years.