England make record-breaking start to Rugby World Cup campaign

The Red Roses assured themselves of a bonus point in the first half in New Zealand. 

BLOOMING: England's Lydia Thompson celebrates a try during the Women's Rugby World Cup 2021 match at Eden Park.

England started their World Cup campaign with an 84-19 rout of tournament debutants Fiji.

The Red Roses assured themselves of a bonus point in the first half but they led only 24-14 at the game’s midway point.