Overview

• Head coach John Mitchell retains only Jess Breach, Megan Jones and Rosie Galligan from the 92-3 win over Samoa, reverting largely to the USA opener lineup.
• Tournament captain Zoe Aldcroft is sidelined with a bruised knee, so No 8 Alex Matthews takes the armband for the second time.
• The starting XV lists Ellie Kildunne, Abby Dow, Megan Jones, Tatyana Heard, Jess Breach, Zoe Harrison and Natasha Hunt, with Rosie Galligan and Abbie Ward in the second row.
• Holly Aitchison returns from an ankle injury on the bench, with Marlie Packer omitted and Emily Scarratt not risked due to a shoulder nerve issue.
• England have already secured a quarter-final place, and Australia pursue qualification and top spot as they look to halt England's 29-match winning run in Brighton.