England and New Zealand Prepare for High-Stakes Showdown at Twickenham
The match serves as a crucial test for both teams ahead of the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup, with over 40,000 fans expected.
- New Zealand seeks revenge after England's decisive 33-12 victory in Auckland last year.
- England's veteran centre Emily Scarratt will make her 100th start, becoming only the third Red Rose to reach this milestone.
- The game at Twickenham is the first to be staged at the renamed Allianz Stadium, part of a £100 million deal.
- Both teams are using this match as preparation for the upcoming WXV1 tournament starting on September 29 in Canada.
- England's head coach John Mitchell has made five changes to the lineup, including a new front row and the return of lock Abbie Ward.