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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

Helena Rowland handed fly-half reins as Red Roses begin Women’s Six Nations

Helena Rowland starts her first international game at No 10 since 2022 - (Getty Images)

Helena Rowland will make her first international start at fly half for three years with John Mitchell naming an intriguing side for England’s Women’s Six Nations opener against Italy.

The Red Roses embark again as strong favourites for a seventh title in a row in a competition they have come to dominate, and begin their campaign in York on Sunday as they gear up for a home World Cup later this year.

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