The Red Roses have issued a squad update, following on from their dominant 84-7 win over Scotland in the second round of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations. Head coach John Mitchell has brought in 19-year-old Hayley Jones to the training camp, as preparations get underway for the third round clash against Wales this weekend. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone. The England squad has reconvened at their Pennyhill Park training base in Surrey, with the Trailfinders Women hooker set for her first experience of the senior international camp.
Jones was a stand-out from the past weekend, as she made her England U21s debut, as the age-group side picked up a win of their own over Scotland. Jones bagged a try in the 51-12 win, and has been rewarded with a place in the senior training camp following a strong performance.
England take on Wales this Saturday, April 25th, with a capacity crowd expected for the clash in Bristol. Ashton Gate will provide the backdrop for this Round Three fixture, with the Red Roses looking to keep their hopes of a fifth consecutive Grand Slam alive.
England have gotten off to a strong start in the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations, following back-to-back victories over Ireland and Scotland. Wales are searching for their first win of the Championship, following consecutive defeats to Scotland and France. The odds certainly favour the Red Roses, who are in the hunt for their eighth Women's Six Nations title on the bounce.
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