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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Paul Eddison

England lay down marker against Australia as women’s rugby enters new era

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Marlie Packer hailed the dawn of a new era after England eased past Australia 42-7 in their WXV opener in Wellington.

It was the first opportunity for the Red Roses to play on New Zealand soil since their heartbreaking World Cup final defeat to the Black Ferns a year ago, and they were comfortable, scoring six tries in all.

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