Head coach John Mitchell had made four changes to his Red Roses side to play France in the Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final at Ashton Gate, Bristol on Saturday (KO 3.30pm).

International referee Luke Pearce helped out at the tournament in order to help raise money and awareness for the charity and support Liam O’Keeffe’s Kilimanjaro climb.

England U20 Men’s head coach Andy Titterrell and assistant coach Kevin Sorrell have named their Elite Player Squad (EPS) for the 2025/26 season.