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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Gerard Meagher

England captain Sarah Hunter ruled out of Six Nations decider against France

Sarah Hunter is tackled by Edel McMahon (left) and Nichola Fryday during the Women's Six Nations match between England and Ireland.
Sarah Hunter (centre) sustained a rib injury against Ireland in the Women’s Six Nations last weekend. Photograph: David Rogers/Getty Images

England have been dealt a significant blow as they seek to secure another grand slam this weekend with their captain, Sarah Hunter, ruled out of the Six Nations decider against France on Saturday.

The No 8 sustained a rib injury last weekend in the 69-0 victory against Ireland and will miss the showdown with France in Bayonne. In a testament to the influence of Hunter, who has amassed 134 caps for her country, she will join the squad in France this week to lend her support behind the scenes.

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