International & Sevens — Saturday 09 May 2026

With a commanding 61-33 victory in Parma, the Red Roses solidified their claim on a fifth consecutive Women's Six Nations Grand Slam, while leaving Italy struggling to capitalize on bonus points. The sheer scale of England’s dominance was evident throughout the game, spearheaded by a sensational effort from flanker Marlie Packer, who notched four tries alone.

Despite the gulf in performance, the Italians fought hard enough to ensure a bonus point was secured, thanks to tries from Vittoria Vecchini and Alissa Ranuccini, who also crossed either side of a penalty try. Scoring a crucial fourth try was Francesca Sgorbini, who proved the main obstacle for Mitchell’s side in securing full points.

Elsewhere in the championship, France hammered Scotland in Edinburgh, running in 11 tries to secure a massive 69-28 victory and setting the stage for the decisive showdown with England next week.