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Red Roses reach Six Nations final following dominant display in Italy

England recovered from a slow start to score nine tries in a rampant performance against Italy to secure a place in the final of the revised Six Nations.

The Red Roses are likely to face France at the Twickenham Stoop on Saturday 24 April after making it two wins from two in their pool matches in this year's shortened competition.

Italy competed hard in the first half and...

Scarratt to lead Red Roses against Italy as Ward and Packer return

Emily Scarratt will captain England against Italy in Parma on Sunday 1 November after Sarah Hunter was ruled out through injury.

The Red Roses have already won the Six Nations following France's draw with Scotland last weekend but will wrap up the Grand Slam with victory over the Azzuri.

Harlequins second row Abbie Ward and Marlie Packer of Saracens are both recalled...

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Criticism of fixture clashes as final Six Nations schedule confirmed

Ireland and Italy will kick-off the remaining fixtures in this season's Six Nations championship after dates and kick-off times were finally confirmed. However, organisers have been criticised for placing matches too close together, forcing armchair fans to choose between games.

Italy's trip to Donnybrook will start at 1pm on Sunday 25 October, with Scotland entertaining France at...